Modern History
BA (Hons)
University of Lincoln

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 | |
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Median salary | £20000 | £19000 | £23000 |
25-75 percentile range | £18500 - £23000 | £15500 - £23500 | £17500 - £29000 |
All History courses of University of Lincoln
Salary of all UK Graduates of History
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £23070 | £22856 | £27697 |
25-75 percentile range | £19059 - £27185 | £17647 - £28615 | £20983 - £35780 |
All History courses in the UK
Course Description
Modern History at Lincoln specialises in history from 1800 to the present day. This close focus offers the opportunity to better understand and navigate an increasingly socially, culturally, and politically complex world.
The BA (Hons) Modern History is distinctive both for its focus on modern history, and for the breadth of topics that students can choose to study. Students will have the opportunity to study British, European, American, and global history.
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.
All History courses of University of Lincoln
Current jobs
All courses of University of Lincoln
Required skill level of job after 15 months
All History courses of University of Lincoln
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Modern History BA (Hons) at University of Lincoln
19% | Business and public service associate professionals |
19% | Administrative occupations |
8% | Elementary occupations |
7% | Teaching Professionals |
7% | Sales occupations |
5% | Customer service occupations |
5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
3% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
3% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
3% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
From a minimum of 3 A Levels or equivalent qualifications.
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for History
All History courses of University of Lincoln
Qualification requirements
112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 4 Highers or a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers.
45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points
The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry and will consider applicants who have a mix of qualifications. We also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All 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 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
International | £14700 | 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)
- year 2
University Rankings
Positions of University of Lincoln in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Lincoln in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #25
- #29
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- History
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #31
- #39
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- History
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 20 university rankings of University of Lincoln
About University of Lincoln
The University of Lincoln is a publicly funded research university in Lincoln, England. The main campus is close to Brayford Pool, a natural lake in the centre of the city of Lincoln. As an educational institution it puts an emphasis on the quality of its teaching, ensuring students arrive at their exams feeling as prepared as possible.
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Student composition of University of Lincoln
- undergraduates:
- 12300
- postgraduates:
- 2580
- Total:
- 14880
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023