36 monthsProgramme duration
18,000 GBPTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
History
Degree
BA
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
Our BA (Hons) Modern and Contemporary History provides the opportunity to study Welsh, British, European and American history from Britain’s Industrial Revolution to the present day.
You will examine contemporary issues in their historical context, exploring the origins of modern society and politics. From the Blitz to Brexit, Russia’s Cold War to the Ukraine War, much of this fascinating history is still in living memory.
We have an excellent reputation for teaching and research. In modern history, our staff specialise in areas such as: 20th century political culture; social and political history; war and protest; everyday and urban history. We also have a major interest in Welsh history, from the age of the Welsh princes to devolution.
Bangor is an ideal place to study your History degree: one of the oldest city in Wales, its Cathedral is located on a site used for Christian worship since the sixth century. Bangor Pier provided access to and from passenger ferries as far back as 1292. You’ll join a welcoming, supportive, close-knit community, which makes your learning experience more personal.
A short journey away and you can explore the Segontium Roman Fort, established nearly two millennia ago, the medieval Caernarfon Castle and Menai Bridge. The island of Anglesey is home to the prehistoric burial ground and Neolithic chambered tomb of Bryn Celli Ddu, Caer Gybi, a Roman fort built in the third century, and Beaumaris Castle – the last in the ‘iron ring’ of imposing castles built by Edward I.
You’ll be given opportunities to study abroad or work on placement. Previous students have worked at various National Trust sites, with local politicians, and supported the University’s Archive services in its historical documentation of the Welsh in Patagonia, South America.
You will examine contemporary issues in their historical context, exploring the origins of modern society and politics. From the Blitz to Brexit, Russia’s Cold War to the Ukraine War, much of this fascinating history is still in living memory.
We have an excellent reputation for teaching and research. In modern history, our staff specialise in areas such as: 20th century political culture; social and political history; war and protest; everyday and urban history. We also have a major interest in Welsh history, from the age of the Welsh princes to devolution.
Bangor is an ideal place to study your History degree: one of the oldest city in Wales, its Cathedral is located on a site used for Christian worship since the sixth century. Bangor Pier provided access to and from passenger ferries as far back as 1292. You’ll join a welcoming, supportive, close-knit community, which makes your learning experience more personal.
A short journey away and you can explore the Segontium Roman Fort, established nearly two millennia ago, the medieval Caernarfon Castle and Menai Bridge. The island of Anglesey is home to the prehistoric burial ground and Neolithic chambered tomb of Bryn Celli Ddu, Caer Gybi, a Roman fort built in the third century, and Beaumaris Castle – the last in the ‘iron ring’ of imposing castles built by Edward I.
You’ll be given opportunities to study abroad or work on placement. Previous students have worked at various National Trust sites, with local politicians, and supported the University’s Archive services in its historical documentation of the Welsh in Patagonia, South America.
Programme overview
Main Subject
History
Degree
BA
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
Our BA (Hons) Modern and Contemporary History provides the opportunity to study Welsh, British, European and American history from Britain’s Industrial Revolution to the present day.
You will examine contemporary issues in their historical context, exploring the origins of modern society and politics. From the Blitz to Brexit, Russia’s Cold War to the Ukraine War, much of this fascinating history is still in living memory.
We have an excellent reputation for teaching and research. In modern history, our staff specialise in areas such as: 20th century political culture; social and political history; war and protest; everyday and urban history. We also have a major interest in Welsh history, from the age of the Welsh princes to devolution.
Bangor is an ideal place to study your History degree: one of the oldest city in Wales, its Cathedral is located on a site used for Christian worship since the sixth century. Bangor Pier provided access to and from passenger ferries as far back as 1292. You’ll join a welcoming, supportive, close-knit community, which makes your learning experience more personal.
A short journey away and you can explore the Segontium Roman Fort, established nearly two millennia ago, the medieval Caernarfon Castle and Menai Bridge. The island of Anglesey is home to the prehistoric burial ground and Neolithic chambered tomb of Bryn Celli Ddu, Caer Gybi, a Roman fort built in the third century, and Beaumaris Castle – the last in the ‘iron ring’ of imposing castles built by Edward I.
You’ll be given opportunities to study abroad or work on placement. Previous students have worked at various National Trust sites, with local politicians, and supported the University’s Archive services in its historical documentation of the Welsh in Patagonia, South America.
You will examine contemporary issues in their historical context, exploring the origins of modern society and politics. From the Blitz to Brexit, Russia’s Cold War to the Ukraine War, much of this fascinating history is still in living memory.
We have an excellent reputation for teaching and research. In modern history, our staff specialise in areas such as: 20th century political culture; social and political history; war and protest; everyday and urban history. We also have a major interest in Welsh history, from the age of the Welsh princes to devolution.
Bangor is an ideal place to study your History degree: one of the oldest city in Wales, its Cathedral is located on a site used for Christian worship since the sixth century. Bangor Pier provided access to and from passenger ferries as far back as 1292. You’ll join a welcoming, supportive, close-knit community, which makes your learning experience more personal.
A short journey away and you can explore the Segontium Roman Fort, established nearly two millennia ago, the medieval Caernarfon Castle and Menai Bridge. The island of Anglesey is home to the prehistoric burial ground and Neolithic chambered tomb of Bryn Celli Ddu, Caer Gybi, a Roman fort built in the third century, and Beaumaris Castle – the last in the ‘iron ring’ of imposing castles built by Edward I.
You’ll be given opportunities to study abroad or work on placement. Previous students have worked at various National Trust sites, with local politicians, and supported the University’s Archive services in its historical documentation of the Welsh in Patagonia, South America.
Admission Requirements
104+
Offers are tariff based, 104 - 128 tariff points from Lefel 3 qualifications* e.g.:
We are happy to accept combinations of the qualifications listed above, as well as alternative Lefel 3 qualifications such as City & Guilds, Access and Cambridge Technical Diplomas.
We also welcome applications from mature learners.
International Candidates: International Candidates: school leaving qualifications that are equivalent to A levels/Lefel 3 and/or college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements). More information can be found on our International pages.
*For a full list of accepted Lefel 3 qualifications, go to www.ucas.com.
- A Levels: History or Archaeology preferred but not required. General Studies and Key Skills not normally accepted.
- BTEC National Extended Diploma: DMM - DDM
- Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: DMM- DDM
- City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080): considered on a case-by-case basis
- International Baccalaureate Diploma: accepted
- Access: pass required
- Welsh Baccalaureate: We will accept this qualification in conjunction with other level 3 qualifications
- T Levels: T Levels in a relevant subject considered on a case-by-case basis
- Extended Project Qualification: Points can include a relevant Extended Project (EPQ) but must include a minimum 2 full A-levels, or equivalent.
We are happy to accept combinations of the qualifications listed above, as well as alternative Lefel 3 qualifications such as City & Guilds, Access and Cambridge Technical Diplomas.
We also welcome applications from mature learners.
International Candidates: International Candidates: school leaving qualifications that are equivalent to A levels/Lefel 3 and/or college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements). More information can be found on our International pages.
*For a full list of accepted Lefel 3 qualifications, go to www.ucas.com.
3 Years
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
18,000 GBP
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