History is one of the most popular subjects among UK university students, and with good reason. Having a historical perspective enables people to make sense of today’s rapidly changing world. Employers like it because history teaches you to think for yourself, to work under pressure, and to construct a coherent argument from the evidence. Historical research has never been more exciting than it is today, with the internet making available so many treasures from the archives.

Our BA (Hons) History programme has been carefully designed and fine-tuned by Buckingham’s team of experienced and high-calibre historians. Students begin with survey courses covering major themes in the political, economic, and cultural history of Britain and Europe from the 1500s to today. They then advance to more specialised subjects including empire, global migration, and heritage studies. The degree culminates in an independent dissertation, utilising skills that have built up over the entire period of study at Buckingham. So the programme not only teaches history; it also teaches you to think historically and to research and write history.

BA (Hons) History with Economics option
Our major/minor combinations allow you to study multiple subjects and earn a degree that truly reflects your interests. History with Economics is a popular and illuminating combination of subjects. Sometimes referred to as the ‘motor of history’, economic activity does not occur in a vacuum but is, instead, dependent on historical circumstances ranging from the political and legal regimes of a given time and place to the available technology and transportation.

Many of our History modules, which will constitute two-thirds of your degree, focus on economic trends, change, and events. Similarly, Buckingham’s Economics course gives insight into subjects like the history of economic thought and shows the ways that economic systems that have been historically shaped continue to operate today. An excellent combination to hone both skills of written analysis and communication and advanced numeracy, History with Economics produces many of our most successful and employable graduates.

1. To provide historical knowledge of a range of topics and periods in British, European, international and imperial history.
2. To ensure progression within the History programme by advancing to courses which require higher standards of conceptual sophistication and independent study.
3. To train students in the critical assessment of secondary sources and the presentation of a historical argument.
4. To train students in the critical use of texts and primary sources through in-depth study of a historical period.
5. To instil an awareness of the historical process and the evolution of historical thought.
6. To introduce students to historical research, independent study and presentation skills through writing a dissertation.
7. To give students a good foundation in economic theory and its applications to real world situations.

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Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each course unit/module can be found in the departmental or programme handbook. The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed annually by the University of Buckingham and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency.