Modern History
BA (Hons)
University of Essex
Key Course Facts
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 | £22000 | £22500 | £27000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19000 - £26000 | £17000 - £27500 | £21000 - £32500 |
All History courses of University of Essex
Salary of all UK Graduates of History
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23070 | £22856 | £27697 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19059 - £27185 | £17647 - £28615 | £20983 - £35780 |
All History courses in the UK
Course Description
Join us on an intellectual journey through the past. You specialise in the field of modern history and choose from a unique and international range of topics, periods and countries. You study the history of Britain, Europe and the wider world from the 18th century to the present day. This exciting period has marked an age of discovery and globalisation — a time of rapid change, brutal wars, and belief in the possibility of societal and scientific progress.
What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Modern 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.
This particular course
Current jobs
All courses of University of Essex
Required skill level of job after 15 months
All History courses of University of Essex
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Modern History BA (Hons) at University of Essex
| 15% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 15% | Administrative occupations |
| 15% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
We are happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programmes at both Higher and Standard Level. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard level, and the course applied for. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for more information.
Entry requirements for students studying BTEC qualifications are dependent on subjects studied. Advice can be provided on an individual basis. The standard required is generally at Distinction level.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Modern History, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.
Costs
Tuition Fees Modern History BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £16850 | year 1 |
| International | £16850 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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)
- year 2
- year 3
University Rankings
Positions of University of Essex in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Essex in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #38
- #48
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- History
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #58
- #68
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- History
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #27
- #104
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- History
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
See all 27 university rankings of University of Essex
About University of Essex
The University of Essex, is a public, research university where curiosity prevails and thinking outside the box isn’t just encouraged, it’s expected. Based in the county of the same name, Essex, the main campus is located in Wivenhoe Park, near Colchester. It is home to the university’s three faculties, Humanities, Science & Health and Social Sciences, as well as a very large community of local rabbits, and other small fauna typical of the English countryside.
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Student composition of University of Essex
- undergraduates:
- 12070
- postgraduates:
- 3690
- Total:
- 15760
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Modern History BA (Hons) | University of Essex | 85% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £16850 | 125 | Colchester | On campus Full-time |
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Modern History (Including Year Abroad) BA (Hons) | University of Essex | 85% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £16850 | 125 | Colchester | On campus Full-time |
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Modern History (Including Placement Year) BA (Hons) | University of Essex | 85% | 0% | 7% | £9250 | £16850 | 116 | Colchester | On campus Full-time |
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2023
