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University of Winchester

10 history courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 64th
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it is a very green campus with lovely up to date libraries and accommodation. it is close to town and the train station makes it easy to go southampton for a night out. unfortunately not a great nightlife, SU is good but queue for hours to get in, and no clubs in the town.

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History - BA (Hons)
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University of Brighton

2 history courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 77th
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WUSCA ranking: 89th
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The support Brighton Uni has given me so much support with this course and made it very clear who to contact if any issues arise. I also know from friends how incredibly supportive and sympathetic the uni has been when they have experienced personal issues. This is my second Uni I have studied at, and Brighton is far better with the support it gives its students compared to the first one.

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Year 1
  • Democracy
  • Globalisation, Conflict and the Environment
  • Historical Inquiry
  • Philosophical Inquiry
  • Studying Cultures
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  • Democracy
  • Globalisation, Conflict and the Environment
  • Historical Inquiry
  • Philosophical Inquiry
  • Studying Cultures
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University of Plymouth

2 history courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 39th
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WUSCA ranking: 50th
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The student union is a lovely space which holds regular events, and there is lots of support for students available. There is a nice atmosphere on campus with lots of places to eat and study. A new green space has recently opened giving it a bit more of a campus feel despite being in the city centre and lots of the buildings are very modern. I love that it is close to shops and amenities with good nightlife yet also a short walk from the sea and the barbican which are lovely places to relax.bI really like that all courses are on the main campus, as opposed to other universities which have a separate campus for healthcare students which can cause you to feel a bit isolated and do not have access to the same facilities other students do. Having said that, whilst the healthcare facilities are adequate, other universities I did visit seemed to have slightly better facilities (more modern, better layout and equipment available). The uni has recently opened a healthcare building however I am in my 2nd year and have not yet been able to use it which is disappointing. The uni halls are very basic and I though expensive for what was offered, however there is a good range of private student accommodation available in plymouth for better quality at a lower price which I would recommend. On the whole, my experience so far has been very positive and I would reccomend this university.

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History - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • America from Settlement to Empire (HIS4002)
  • Fighting for Survival: Living and Dying in Early Modern Europe, 1450-1700 (HIS4005)
  • Fractured Isles: Britain and Ireland 1640-1990 (HIS4004)
  • History and Heritage (HIS4006)
  • Stage 1 Placement Year Preparation (SSC400)
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History with Foundation - BA (Hons)
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  • America from Settlement to Empire (HIS4002)
  • Fighting for Survival: Living and Dying in Early Modern Europe, 1450-1700 (HIS4005)
  • Fractured Isles: Britain and Ireland 1640-1990 (HIS4004)
  • History and Heritage (HIS4006)
  • Stage 1 Placement Year Preparation (SSC400)
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University of Leicester

19 history courses EAST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 26th
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WUSCA ranking: 32th
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The campus is easy access, even for someone who isn’t living in student accommodation on campus. Every member of staff and member of the student union that I’ve spoken to has been extremely helpful and has helped to clarify any issues that I’ve been having. The university of Leicester is a challenging, yet exciting institution to study at.

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History - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Making History(double module)
  • Medieval and Early Modern Europe: People, Power, Faith, and Culture
  • People and Places(double module)
  • The Shock of the Modern
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Modern and Contemporary History - BA (Hons)
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  • Making History
  • People and Places
  • The Global Cold War: International Relations 1945-1989
  • The Shock of the Modern
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University of Glasgow

134 history courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 20th
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WUSCA ranking: 42th
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Best experience: a lot of student space when studying out of hours Worst experience: Student food is very expensive, it is well known that most students can not afford luxury goods, as most are not dependent on their parents but are not able to have a full time job, yet to have a nutritious meal you need to spend like you have money, majority does not have the privilege to enjoy two nutritious meals a day and the access we have to food in the university does not help

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History - MA (Hons)
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  • History 1A: Scotland's Millennium: Kingdom, Union And Nation C 1000-1999
  • History 1B: Europe Rising. The Medieval World, 500-1500
  • Introduction To Scottish Culture Semester 1
  • Introduction To Scottish Culture Semester 2
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Classics/History - MA (Hons)
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  • Classical Civilisation 1A Online Version: Early Greece, From Troy To Plataea, 776-479 BC
  • Classical Civilisation 1A: Early Greece, From Troy To Plataea, 776-479 BC
  • Classical Civilisation 1B Online Version: Republican Rome, 220-31 BC
  • Classical Civilisation 1B: Republican Rome, 220-31 BC
  • History 1A: Scotland's Millennium: Kingdom, Union And Nation C 1000-1999
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University of Chichester

6 history courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 66th
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WUSCA ranking: 69th
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Chichester is a safe city/town. It’s got a really nice atmosphere to it but not the best night life. The university could do with more communication between courses, especially those in joint routes.

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History - BA (Hons)
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  • Contemporary British History:1945-1979
  • England in Europe C.1154-C.1400: An Introduction to the Late Medieval World
  • Making History: Theory and Practice
  • Renaissance and Reformation Europe: 1350-1600
  • Russia and China: An Introduction to Post-Communism
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Nottingham Trent University

9 history courses EAST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 52nd
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WUSCA ranking: 13th
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NTU offers amazing facilities particularly for the animal science courses. Studying at Brackenhurst you get to explore beautiful grounds and historic architecture whilst provided with on hand experience with animals. Living on city campus you get to experience the classic uni life surrounded by independent clubs, bars, restaurants, cafes, etc. Moreover, the endless societies can take you to the national ice centre, the climbing gym or into the peak district.

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History - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • History Matters
  • History: Practice and Purpose
  • Medieval and Early Modern Worlds
  • Modern European History
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  • History: Practice and Purpose
  • Media Communications and Digital Cultures
  • Modern European History
  • Psychology of Communication
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University of Derby

9 history courses EAST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 60th
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WUSCA ranking: 48th
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I really enjoy making friends at university and one of the aspects I appreciate the most is the small class sizes. In these settings, it feels much easier to contribute to discussions and engage with the material. This enhances my learning and the combination of small classes and the opportunity to meet new people has made my university experience incredibly fulfilling. The only thing I would improve is more choices for lunches that also cater to a Halal diet.

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History - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Derby and the World: Public Uses of the Past
  • Empires, Migrants and Mobility
  • Historical Methods and Sources (PDP)
  • Nations and Nationalism, 1789-1914
  • Renaissance and Reformation, 1485-1648
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History with Foundation Year - BA (Hons)
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  • Derby and the World: Public Uses of the Past
  • Empires, Migrants and Mobility
  • Historical Methods and Sources (PDP)
  • Nations and Nationalism, 1789-1914
  • Renaissance and Reformation, 1485-1648
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University of Sussex

10 history courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 33rd
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WUSCA ranking: 39th
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Getting used to living at university, I have found this last month absolutely crazy, and I can honestly say that the life of Sussex uni, with the societies and art and the flurry of creative events that are always running, has been massively inspiring in terms of really wanting to become integrated in the culture. I came to Brighton and Sussex for the art scene, the LGBTQ+ vibes, the seaside town, the access to nature and to London as a hub... so many reasons - but now living here in practise, I've found myself even more supported and reassured than expected. The buzz, nightlife and openness of all of the clubs and societies has been a significant part of the Uni, and I've found myself motivated to go and explore as much as humanely possible. There have of course been harder parts: settling in is a big deal, and a very new and sometimes overwhelming experience. I'd been having trouble with my room for a while, which has a consistent drone noise, and despite trying to get it sorted by emailing various teams of people, it hasn't been resolved, and that's been very frustrating for me. I just want to sleep. But it terms of most other things, everyone has also been very helpful and friendly, and so figuring out all the elements of uni life has been made very easy and accessible, which I appreciate.

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History - BA (Hons)
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Falmouth University

3 history courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
WUSCA ranking: 57th
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Great university located in a beautiful coastal town. The staff are kind and supportive, and there to help students in times of need. The SU organises events which support students, like the free pantry on Mondays, where those of us who are struggling due to cost of living can take food for free . Additionally, there are many facilities, like the printing room and the MAC suite, which students can use to help them with their course work material. Overall a lovely place filled with amazing people, but awful prices. The campus art shop, while handy, has high prices and the canteen food is extremely pricey too. They also do not accept any cash, which can be a hassle.

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Marine and Natural History Photography - BA (Hons)
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  • Biodiversity and Habitat
  • Communicating Nature
  • Developing Practice
  • Exploring Practice
  • Research and Critical Thinking
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  • Biodiversity and Habitat
  • Communicating Nature
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  • Exploring Practice
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Studying about History

A degree in History will see you develop your understanding of past events that has shaped the world, and will encourage critical thinking and analysis, which leads to a better understanding of the way we presently live. It’s possible to combine history with other subjects like languages and even music and maths. Studying history at university will require a strong ability to think independently and reading widely enhances your overall knowledge. Graduates often pursue work in a number of industries such as financial services, government and arts and media.

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