History & Media BA (Hons)
Leeds Beckett University
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**Develop your expertise in history and media. Youll build your confidence in teamwork and project skills, working on live briefs with media professionals and industry partners.**As part of this course, you’ll:- Study in a truly interdisciplinary way as you explore how history and media intersect- Join the vibrant, research-led academic community in the School of Cultural Studies & Humanities- Be taught by active researchers who can help guide your studies- Have the opportunity to choose ...Read more


Develop your expertise in history and media. You'll build your confidence in teamwork and project skills, working on live briefs with media professionals and industry partners.

As part of this course, you’ll:- Study in a truly interdisciplinary way as you explore how history and media intersect- Join the vibrant, research-led academic community in the School of Cultural Studies & Humanities- Be taught by active researchers who can help guide your studies- Have the opportunity to choose practical, career-focused option modules to boost your CV and improve your employability upon graduation


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Course structure

You’ll study a balance of history and media modules in your first year, helping you develop a strong skillset and knowledge of methodologies in each discipline. Things like source analysis and media interpretation.In your second year, you’ll bring your skillset together by completing your first interdisciplinary module. You’ll also begin driving your studies in the direction you want through a wide range of module options.Your third year culminates in the completion of your dissertation, which explores and celebrates the interconnections between history and media. Employability is embedded throughout your course.


City of culture

You’ll be studying in the centre of Leeds, in close proximity to a number of museums, art galleries, theatres, film production companies and recording studios. Through our links with the city, you can choose from a range of modules focusing on urban culture, including field trips that will see you conduct your own original research.You’ll have the chance to attend guest lectures through the school’s Cultural Conversations speaker series. These see staff share their research and include talks delivered by leading figures, such as TV historian Pam Cox.Our involvement in the Being Human project has seen us work closely with Leeds City Council and Leeds museums, and in past years has focused on subjects such as dystopian fiction and digital stories of the past.


Why study History and Media at Leeds Beckett University...

- We are ranked in the top 15 universities in the UK for studying History*- Strong and meaningful partnerships with community organisations- We offer distinctive and creative programmes that are responsive to the changes taking place in society- Explore two subjects in detail on an interdisciplinary course- Expert careers service*2024 Guardian Subject League Tables

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41/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2025
42nd
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75th
History
Drop-out rate
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The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 79 = 21% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
21%
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95%
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History graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK History graduate salary
£18,000
Media Studies
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100 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
What students say
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Ben
22 Feb 24

Campus is kept immaculate and the course is always engaging to the point where areas which previously I would have considered dull are..Read more

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Will
20 Feb 24

The best thing about University is how open and honest the tutors are. They tell you what you need to know in a supportive and clear manner. Furthermore, they make it very easy..Read more

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104 Grades / Points required

A minimum of 80 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies

Popular A-level subjects

Media Studies

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

Media Studies
70%
English Language
25%
Film Studies
17%
English Literature
17%
Business Studies
14%
HESA
History

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

Psychology
55%
History
23%
Sociology
20%
English Literature
18%
English Language
17%
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Tuition fees

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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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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Ben
22 Feb 24
History BA (Hons)
Campus is kept immaculate and the course is always engaging to the point where areas which previously I would have considered dull are...
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Will
20 Feb 24
History BA (Hons)
The best thing about University is how open and honest the tutors are. They tell you what you need to know in a supportive and clear manner. Furthermore, they make it very easy...
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Leeds Beckett University , Leeds

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