History and Spanish BA (Hons)
University of Chester
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Chester

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Full Time

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Start date

SEP-25

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Duration

4 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Chester

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Unleash your inner historian and linguist with our History and Spanish degree, offering an exciting journey through time and culture, exploring the rich history of Britain and Spain. Study the history of nearly two millennia in the historic city of Chester, a global landmark with significant Roman, medieval, and early modern remains.Our team of dedicated historians, specialising in the history of Britain, Europe, America, and their global influences, will guide you throughout your studies, ...Read more

Unleash your inner historian and linguist with our History and Spanish degree, offering an exciting journey through time and culture, exploring the rich history of Britain and Spain. Study the history of nearly two millennia in the historic city of Chester, a global landmark with significant Roman, medieval, and early modern remains.Our team of dedicated historians, specialising in the history of Britain, Europe, America, and their global influences, will guide you throughout your studies, alongside the talented and enthusiastic Spanish languages team, who will help to cultivate your knowledge and skills of the language and culture.Tailor your studies to your unique interests by choosing from a wide range of History options, including those focused on Spain, such as the Crusades, medieval Rebellions, the Age of the Black Death, early modern Witchcraft and Heresy, or the First World War. Gain practical experience working with local organisations and institutions, and contribute to the preservation and interpretation of history.Study Spanish in small, supportive groups and explore the contemporary history of the Spanish-speaking world. Enhance your studies with a short placement in Mexico or Spain during your second year, and a year abroad in your third year. Acquire valuable skills and knowledge in both History and Spanish for the business world, preparing you for a successful career where you can make a lasting impact.

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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2/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
63rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
56th
History
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 92 = 8% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
8%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
History graduate salary at this uni
£17,000
UK History graduate salary
£18,000
Iberian Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Iberian Studies graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK Iberian Studies graduate salary
£18,000

Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

BCC - BBC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBB Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

112 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

28 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H3,H3,H3,H3,H4 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM Grades / Points required

The department requires one of the following subjects: Ancient History, Classical Civilisation, History, Politics, SociologyIn addition to GCSE in a modern foreign language at grade C / 4 or above

BBBB including History

In addition to GCSE in a modern foreign language at grade C / 4 or above

Access to HE Diploma, to include 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Merit (including 15 in History).In addition a GCSE in a modern foreign language at grade C / 4 or above is required.

28 points, including 5 in HL History

including H3 in History

BTEC Extended Diploma/Diploma: merit profile plus one of the GCE A Level subjects listed aboveIn addition a GCSE in a modern foreign language at grade C / 4 or above is required.

Popular A-level subjects

Iberian Studies

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Spanish
82%
English Literature
21%
French
21%
History
21%
Psychology
16%
HESA
History

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Psychology
53%
History
38%
English Literature
19%
Sociology
18%
Biology
15%
HESA

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£9,250 per year

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Students from EU

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£13,950 per year

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University of Chester
University of Chester , Chester

Once a teacher training college founded in 1839, the University of Chester has evolved into a 21st century university that opens doors...

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University of Chester
Parkgate Road Chester Cheshire CH1 4BJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Bache  0.5 miles away
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