American Studies and History
BA (Hons)
The University of Nottingham
Key Course Facts
Course Description
This course opens up new worlds and possibilities. You will deepen your knowledge of how societies develop and learn how the past influences the present.
We offer a variety of modules in both American Studies and History, covering:
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The Crusades
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19th-century Japan
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The Cold War
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Civil rights
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US foreign policy
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Crime and punishment
You will also study American and Canadian culture, politics, literature, film, music and art in the largest department of its kind in Europe.
You can experience North America, by choosing to study abroad for a year at a US or Canadian university. The option to study abroad is dependent on your academic performance and the availability of places.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 30 graduates of American Studies and History BA (Hons) at The University of Nottingham for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in .
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in American and Australasian studies
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of 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 | £25000 | £32000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £28000 | £20500 - £30000 | £26000 - £39000 |
All American and Australasian studies courses of The University of Nottingham
Salary of all UK Graduates of American and Australasian studies
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22971 | £22834 | £27653 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19033 - £27081 | £17669 - £28544 | £20984 - £35668 |
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What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of American Studies and History, BA (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
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 American Studies and History BA (Hons) at The University of Nottingham
| 35% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 20% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 10% | Teaching Professionals |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
| 10% | Finance Professionals |
| 10% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Including History.
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Sottish Advanced Highers at grades AB including History.
Pass with 60 credits overall; 45 at level 3. Of the level 3 credits, at least 21 should be passed with Merit or above and this must include 9 credits of History graded Distinction.
Including History. This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Scottish Higher grades ABBBB.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels and must include History.
If you have already achieved your EPQ at Grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.
Including 5 points in History at Higher Level.
This qualification is considered alongside A Level History grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent).
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels and must include History.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels and must include History.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels and must include History.
Including History.
European Baccalaureate - 75% overall including at least 8.0 in History. GCSE requirements – English grade C (numeric grade 4)
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join American Studies and History, BA (Hons).
Costs
Tuition Fees American Studies and History BA (Hons)
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
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| EU | £20000 | year 1 |
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £20000 | year 1 |
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, 2024
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:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
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About The University of Nottingham
The University of Nottingham is a government funded research university based in Nottingham, England. Their aim is to become global leaders in education and research, cultivating a culture of curiosity and ambition. The university’s main campus is located approximately half an hour’s bus ride away from Nottingham city centre, which gives students the peace and quiet they need to study while not removing them completely from metropolitan comforts.
Student composition of The University of Nottingham
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Students by level of study Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 26935
- postgraduates:
- 7050
- Total:
- 33985
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