History with Foundation BA (Hons)
Plymouth University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All History courses of Plymouth University
Salary
Salary of Graduates in History
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of History at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24000 | £19000 | £23500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £26000 | £15000 - £23500 | £19000 - £29000 |
All History courses of Plymouth University
Salary of all UK Graduates of History
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24582 | £22856 | £27697 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20570 - £28247 | £17647 - £28615 | £20983 - £35780 |
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Course Description
It’s often said that the best way to see the future is to understand the past. History with the University helps you to do just that. Exploring five centuries of human history, you encounter political intrigue, cultural transformation, war, sex and revolution across the globe. Graduate with the problem-solving, research and analytical abilities that give you an edge in the world of work.
This four-year course is designed to give you the grounding necessary to progress through your undergraduate studies in History.
Your foundation year will:
- Welcome you to an exciting and eclectic curriculum which will develop your knowledge of the disciplines of history, English literature, and creative writing while also engaging with lively interdisciplinary enquiry across a wide range of historical periods and literary forms.
- Provide training in all the skills required for a successful passage through your undergraduate study: research, use of digital resources, essay-writing, academic argument, presentations, independent study.
- Introduce you to supportive and accessible academic staff in a welcoming community.
- Immerse you in an academic environment offering a wide range of field trips, access to free cultural events through The Arts Institute, student-led magazines, internships and extra-curricular work experiences.
- Give you access to state-of-the-art facilities, library and learning resources on our city-centre campus.
- Enable you to find a route for you, whether you are returning to education after a break or if you come with qualifications other than A levels.
- Require you to attend classes only on Mondays and Tuesdays, and Wednesday mornings.
When you join BA (Hons) History you will:
- Study history in Britain’s Ocean City and explore more than five centuries of fascinating history.
- Work with world leading experts in history from 1500 to the present day to develop your interests and research. We offer modules in British, American and World History.
- Enhance your career options with a degree that helps you develop highly sought-after analytical and communication skills while you home in on your passion.
- Participate in local, national and international field trips which are free or subsidised for all students.
- Our international exchange programme gives you the opportunity to travel and spend either a semester or an entire year exploring history with one of our partner institutions in the US or Europe.
- Make the most of our excellent history resources and partners in the University library, The Box and wider city of Plymouth and region.
- Be part of a community of historians by joining the History Society or taking part in our internship and volunteering opportunities.
This course is an integrated part of the BA (Hons) History degree at the University of Plymouth. Successful completion of your foundation year (Year 0) will not lead to a separate award or qualification its own right but provides progression onto Year 1 of one of BA (Hons) History, or one of the following degree courses:
- BA (Hons) Anthropology
- BA (Hons) Art History
- BA (Hons) Creative Writing
- BSc (Hons) Criminology
- BSc (Hons) Criminology and Psychology
- BSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology
- BA (Hons) English
- BA (Hons) English and Creative Writing
- BSc (Hons) International Relations
- LLB (Hons) Law
- LLB (Hons) Law and Criminology
- BSc (Hons) Politics
- BSc (Hons) Politics and International Relations
- BSc (Hons) Sociology
- BSc (Hons) Professional Policing
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of History with Foundation BA (Hons) at Plymouth University
| 20% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 20% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 10% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Medical Practitioners |
| 5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 5% | Engineering professionals |
| 5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Considered at confirmation
Access to HE Diploma
M in T Level Health, Healthcare Science, or Science.
For further information on entry requirements, please contact Admissions: Email - [email protected] Tel - +44 1752 585858
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- Foundation
University Rankings
Positions of Plymouth University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Plymouth University in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #39
- #49
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- History
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #50
- #58
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- History
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
See all 29 university rankings of Plymouth University
About Plymouth University
Founded in 1992, Plymouth University is established in the small city of Plymouth, South West England. The university has a variety of residence halls at distinct price points, and all within walking distance of your classrooms. When wandering off-campus, students will find a blend of both urban and rural surroundings, ensuring that there’s something for everyone here.
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Student composition of Plymouth University
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Total number of students enrolled at Plymouth University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 13880
- postgraduates:
- 2275
- Total:
- 16155
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History BA (Hons) | University of East Anglia | 86% | 4% | 5% | £9250 | £20600 | 130 | Norwich | On campus Full-time |
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History BA (Hons) | University of Bristol | - | 4% | 3% | £9250 | £26400 | 172 | Bristol | On campus Full-time |
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Hanes BA (Hons) | Aberystwyth University | 93% | 5% | 9% | £9000 | £16520 | 126 | Aberystwyth | On campus Full-time |
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History (Including Placement Year) BA (Hons) | University of Essex | 85% | 5% | 5% | £9250 | £18585 | 129 | Colchester | On campus Full-time |
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History BA (Hons) | Aberystwyth University | 97% | 10% | 5% | £9000 | £16520 | 122 | Aberystwyth | On campus Full-time |
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History BA (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | 74% | 5% | 3% | £9250 | £21500 | 145 | Nottingham | On campus Full-time |
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Literature and History BA (Hons) | University of East Anglia | 72% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £20600 | 137 | Norwich | On campus Full-time |
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History BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 96% | 15% | 10% | £9250 | £12500 | 125 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time |
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History (with placement year) BA (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | - | - | - | £9250 | £22000 | - | Loughborough | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
