UCAS code
V100Mode of Study
Full-time, Full-time sandwich with work placementDuration
3 years full-time, 4 years sandwich with work placementStart date
September 2024Overview
Explore the past to understand the now. Dive into moments of challenge, change and everyday life across six centuries and four continents.
Uncover the ways in which diverse groups of people were shaped by, and themselves shaped, the world they lived in. In doing so, you can reflect on your own values and better understand how history is about the present, and the future.
The city of Portsmouth has its own rich stories to tell, connecting to local, national and global history. Past and present meet on every corner - from its Tudor Castle to the millennial Spinnaker Tower. It's the ideal place to create your own immersive and relevant BA (Hons) History degree.
The University of Portsmouth is ranked the number 1 modern university for research quality in Area Studies
History contributes to Area Studies. Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
Course highlights
- Study in a city that’s always been a gateway to the wider world, with options to explore the past of Britain, Europe, Africa, Asia and North America
- Discover how to interpret a range of historical artefacts and sources, from the possessions of Tudor sailors to 1930s movie magazines
- Get closer to history thanks to close links with Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, and the Portsmouth Museum and Records Service
- Tailor your studies to times and themes you find most fascinating - from the British Civil Wars to the Opium War, from Victorian cities to modern Germany, from persecution and migration to anti-racism in the 20th century
- Learn in a place where historians collaborate with linguists, sociologists and political scientists to answer deep and complex questions
- Develop demonstrable skills in research, analysis and argument that are highly valued by all kinds of employers
- Apply your new expertise in a CV-boosting work placement at a museum, heritage site, charity or other organisation of interest
91%
overall student satisfaction for our BA (Hons) History course
(NSS, 2022)
Entry requirements
BA (Hons) History degree entry requirements
Typical offers
- A levels – ABB–BBC
- UCAS points – 112-128 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels, or equivalent, to include a relevant subject (calculate your UCAS points)
- International Baccalaureate – 25–26
You may need to have studied specific subjects – find full entry requirements and other qualifications we accept at UCAS.
English language requirements
- English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.
See alternative English language qualifications
We also accept other standard English tests and qualifications, as long as they meet the minimum requirements of your course.
If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
Focusing on your interests with pathways
You can follow optional Sociology or American Studies pathways through this degree, or include History as a pathway in our English Literature or International Relations courses. It'll lead to one of these awards at the end of the course:
Richard's story
"Portsmouth has definitely given me the tools I need to achieve..."
Find out what Richard loves about studying a BA (Hons) History degree at Portsmouth, and where he hopes this will take him next.
Richard: What I love about history at Portsmouth is the variety that the course offers, it just gives you the different aspects of History that you wouldn't necessarily be learning in school.
I hope to personally work in the civil service so I'd like to work in either regional or national government.
Portsmouth has definitely given me the tools I need to achieve it's given me the confidence and skills I can pass on when I'm going to my next career.
Careers and opportunities
Studying history will give you transferable skills in critical thinking, collaboration, research, analysis and argument, all of which are highly valued by many kinds of employers.
A global survey of 1000 business leaders by the Harvard Business Review [...] found that the skills most in-demand by employers are those in which Social Sciences, Humanities and the Arts graduates specialise – from communication, problem solving and creativity, to research and analysis.
What can you do with a History degree?
As a qualified historian, you can move forward to further study and research or put your degree to work in areas such as:
- archives and information management
- corporate governance
- creative industries
- heritage
- law
- primary and secondary schools
- higher education providers
- publishing and media
- trade unions
Graduate roles and destinations
Roles our graduates have taken on include:
- administrator for social enterprise
- barrister
- case worker for MP
- development editor in publishing
- exhibitions project manager
- founder of a digital solutions company
- researcher and writer for TV
- teacher
- workplace financial education consultant
Portsmouth alumni have worked with organisations including:
- central and local government
- higher education providers
- National Trust
- National Maritime Museum
- NHS
- the probation service
- Royal Navy
Hear from BA (Hons) History graduate, Emily
Emily Fryer graduated in 2018 with a BA (Hons) History degree from the University of Portsmouth. She is now a HR Manager. Find out what Emily’s role entails and how she’s applying the skills she learnt during her time with us.
Emily: I am Emily Fryer. I went to Portsmouth three years ago and I studied history.
I've always loved history, it's been my passion since I've been little. My dad loves history as well. We would always go on trips to the museum. We would go to the Imperial War Museum in London loads.
When I was sort of picking what I wanted to do at uni, I wasn't sure what I wanted to do for a career. History is a subject that I loved the most and then when I was speaking to the Careers Advisors, they were saying about how many transferable skills history has.
I visited three different universities and Portsmouth was by far my favourite. I think it helped when I visited, it was super sunny and Portsmouth in the sunshine is the loveliest place ever. You've got it all really. You have the student life, but you've also got the beach and all the history. It was just the place really more than anything else that sold me, like I would love to live here for three years.
All the lecturers that I met were so lovely, really passionate and they are all actively researching and publishing as well. So you really get experts in each of their fields. One of my lecturers was Rob James, I ended up getting a first overall, and I think that was largely down to him. Always knowing that I could do better and pushing me and really believing in me.
When I graduated with my history degree, I was kind of unsure about what to do, what career path to take because it is so varied, you can really do whatever you want. I found a job at Cath Kidston. I got a job in HR and it's just something that I've realised is a perfect mix of all of my skills, all of my passions, all into one job.
My degree has actually had a huge impact on my career. I wanted to learn all of the theory behind the stuff I've been doing at work for the last two years. That's why I was so keen to do my CIPD.
I don't even know where I'd be without the University of Portsmouth, it was such a big part of my life. Living here and studying here and all of the people that I met and the tutors. Kind of more than anything, it's instilled that thirst for knowledge and always wanting to know more and always wanting to question things. I think a huge part of history is you're always questioning a source, and the lecturers would say, don't just believe everything at face value, always question things and always want to know more. What really drives me is that I just want a job that I enjoy, a life that I enjoy. That is what makes me want to continue studying so I can just progress in my career and continue enjoying what I'm doing.
Ongoing career support – up to 5 years after you graduate
Get experience while you study, with support to find part-time jobs, volunteering opportunities, and work experience.
Towards the end of your degree and for up to five years after graduation, you’ll receive one-to-one support from our Graduate Recruitment Consultancy to help you find your perfect role.
This course allows you to take the Learning From Experience (LiFE) option. This means you can earn credits towards your degree for work, volunteer and research placements that you do alongside your study.
Placement year (optional)
After your second year, you can undertake an optional work placement year. This is an exciting opportunity to get invaluable work experience relevant to your intended career path.
The University can provide support and advice to help secure a work placement best suited for you. You can find placements in the UK or beyond, depending on your identified career plans.
Placement destinations
History students undertake placements in a variety of areas, including in the not-for-profit sector, in museums and heritage sites, in digital content management and with legal firms.
Current and recent students have secured placements at:
- Freedom from Torture, a charity which supports survivors of torture who seek protection in the UK
- Shrewsbury Museums
- Darton Law Ltd
- Posada & Company (Law)
We'll help you secure a work placement that fits your aspirations. You'll get mentoring and support throughout the year.
The history degree at Portsmouth has been very enjoyable and the city itself boasts a wealth of material that has been beneficial to my learning.
What you'll study on this BA (Hons) History degree
Each module on this course is worth a certain number of credits.
In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. For example, 4 modules worth 20 credits and 1 module worth 40 credits.
Modules
Core modules
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Describe and discuss key developments and themes across the period and assess their significance.
- Develop an appreciation of a range of historiographical views and approaches to the period.
- Analyse primary source material within its appropriate historical and geographical context.
- Apply knowledge of specific examples to analyse historical developments within an appropriate historical and geographical context.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Describe and discuss key developments in modern European history.
- Identify and analyse significant themes in the shaping of modern Europe.
- Develop an appreciation of a range of historiographical views and approaches to the period.
- Apply knowledge of specific examples to analyse historical developments within an appropriate historical and geographical context.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
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Identify the essential skills for the university-level study of history.
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Demonstrate critical awareness of personal skills and qualities in relation to academic work: reading, synthesis, and writing.
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Develop confidence in working with peers.
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Proactively identify strategies for developing existing skills within the framework of the University's various support options.
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Identify and explain key attributes to develop a strong employability profile.
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Investigate and use the range of resources available for university-level reading and research.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Explore the experiences of various individuals and groups of people within their historical context.
- Discuss the ways in which historians have investigated historical experiences through the study of individual lives and social groups.
- Identify different primary sources that have been used by historians to research historical lives.
Core modules
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Assess the development of historiographical debates within their appropriate contexts.
- Engage constructively regarding the significance of a diverse range of historical writing.
- Write fluent and analytical responses on recent historical debates.
- Present and discuss how historians have written about the past in an accessible way.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Plan and undertake self-guided research.
- Communicate their research findings in a way tailored to an intended audience.
- Reflect on your strengths and weaknesses and identify routes to improve.
- Produce a proposal for a viable dissertation/major project.
Optional modules
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Critically discuss a number of specific topics within the field of US foreign policy in the twentieth century and its emergence as a superpower.
- Analyse key historical issues, concepts, evidence and historiographical debates in US foreign policy.
- Critically analyse the role of the US as a hemispheric and world power.
- Employ independent learning and research skills.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
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Identify key moments and their significance in the shaping of modern British history, c.1850-2000.
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Explain how new media technologies changed people's perception and understanding of the world.
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Evaluate the nature and interpretation of modern British history.
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Communicate ideas and arguments effectively, in a range of different formats.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Engage with contemporary debates regarding colonialism, decolonisation and its legacies in Europe and Africa.
- Critically analyse primary and secondary sources.
- Present a reasoned argument in written form, using appropriate terminology.
What you'll do
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Communicate clearly and effectively about social problems and their consequences.
- Evaluate strategies for addressing forms of inequality and/or sustainability and obstacles to their implementation.
- Demonstrate the ability to be an effective team player able to support others.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
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Recognise the varying disciplinary perspectives on the concept of security within a criminological framework.
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Critically discuss the drivers of societal risk and insecurity.
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Recognise the nature and impact of economic and political developments.
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Explain and assess the many forms of threat to the security of states, corporations and individuals.
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Identify and assess responses to security threats at the global, national, local, corporate and individual levels.
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Locate, interpret, question and summarise information from a number of different sources.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Assess key theories in intercultural communication research.
- Collect data/information and analyse it from an intercultural perspective.
- Research a certain aspect of culture and communication.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
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Develop an understanding of the big issues and contemporary debates in education and teaching.
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Apply the fundamental concepts of teaching and learning theory to the planning and evaluation of a lesson plan.
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Understand the importance of safeguarding children.
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Reflect on current developments in teaching and learning.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
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Critically discuss key marketing concepts.
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Retrieve and analyse appropriate real world marketing information.
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Apply theories of marketing to real world contexts.
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Distinguish between different forms of communication within the marketing context.
What you'll learn
The learning objectives of this module are to be confirmed.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
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Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of key sources, concepts, ideas, substantive analyses, and contemporary relevance.
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Demonstrate ability to compare and contrast analytical approaches to the study and explanation of themes and issues explored on the module.
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Communicate understanding and knowledge of complex ideas, concepts and themes and issues explored on the module clearly, effectively, and creatively.
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Work effectively, both independently and as a member of a group, to research, prepare and deliver a report.
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Produce an organised, well-structured and concise answer to an essay question demonstrating critical engagement with relevant texts and analyses.
What you'll learn
When you complete this module successfully, you'll be able to:
- Critically and reflectively engage with literature exploring nationalism from various disciplines.
- Analyse current political and economic debates surrounding immigration.
- Evaluate how global inequalities relate to nationalist social and political structures and ideologies.
- Demonstrate an understanding of how the issues discussed are relevant at micro and macro levels globally.
- Understand and critically question how nationalism and national identities are often taken for granted in Western societies, and how this relates to contemporary global power relations.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Examine current issues relative to traditional (i.e. print and/or broadcast) media.
- Empirically analyse media texts in terms of ideological representation.
- Identify and justify the selection of appropriate media texts and appropriate analytical frameworks in the formulation of a short empirical research project.
What you'll learn
When you complete this module successfully, you'll be able to:
- Know and recognize the varying disciplinary perspectives on the concept of the principles of economic crime investigation within criminological, legal, and economic frameworks
- Become familiar with the main types of organisations involved in investigating economic crime including SFO, NCA and FCA etc.
- Identify the different modes of investigative techniques employed in investigating economic crime
- Analyse information on the investigation techniques employed in real economic crime cases
- Gather, retrieve, and analyse information from a variety of sources
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Reflect on their learning and experience to date and use this as a basis to plan and organise suitable work experience(s) that will enable the development of their professional profile.
- Propose a programme of learning that enables the development and demonstration of specified professional skills.
- Critically evaluate their learning and experience and relate this to their future career goals.
- Communicate the outcomes of their experience through the effective use of reflective practice.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Explain the rise of Nazism.
- Analyse NS ideologies and specific policies.
- Compare types of support for and dissent to Nazism.
- Debate the contested origins and implementation of the Holocaust.
- Analyse the significance of the legacy of the “Third Reich” on German politics and society from 1945 to the present.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Discuss conceptual and thematic aspects of the literature.
- Reflect on the ways that subjectivity is formulated at specific periods and is related to place and/or gender.
- Recognise the materiality and historicity of philosophical and theoretical concepts.
- Comprehend the significance of perception for the subject and in narrative voice.
- Define and critically assess key terms and concepts for theoretically-informed literary analysis.
- Demonstrate critically-informed close reading skills and contextualised literary analysis.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Explore debates about the use of material culture by historians.
- Assess how the use of material culture might help to challenge older historical narratives.
- Apply theoretical and methodological approaches to specific objects/artefacts.
- Conduct focused reading and research on particular examples of material culture, and communicate findings effectively.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
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Analyse the mechanisms employed in the pursuit of truth, justice and reparation for human rights abuses in selected countries.
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Analyse the effectiveness of transitional justice mechanisms in selected countries.
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Analyse how political, social, cultural, and legal factors facilitate or hinder transitional justice in selected countries.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Critically evaluate a variety of sources relating and appraise different aspects of the history of crime.
- Assess methods of social control used at different periods of time, and the extent to which these were challenged.
- Differentiate between different historiographical approaches and arguments within the history of crime.
- Review how legal records can be used as a primary source for the understanding of social history.
What you'll learn
When you complete this module successfully, you'll be able to:
- Analyse the different types of wildlife crime and summarise environmental factors
- Recognise and examine the importance of environmental justice and sustainability
- Locate, access and engage with information pertinent to environmental justice and wildlife crime
- Interpret and assess new and existing knowledge
- Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and identify further opportunities within the subject area
Optional modules
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
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Manage and complete tasks in a study relevant to their course, with an appropriate level of skill, initiative, independence and performance.
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Critically reflect on the formal learning experience and student ambassadorial role for the University, and consider the relevance of this learning to future study and/or employability and personal development.
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Critically assess how activities relate to disciplinary knowledge and practice covered on the student's undergraduate course within the global context.
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Critically reflect on the competencies required within a placement environment.
- Identify and evaluate the learning experience and the relevance of this learning to future careers and professional development, identifying areas for improvement or further training.
- Self-evaluate their success in meeting the objectives identified in the learning agreement.
Core modules
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
- Design a viable dissertation/project proposal
- Use current research or equivalent advanced scholarship in the relevant field
- Deploy established and relevant techniques of analysis and enquiry in an ethical framework to a specific and focused area relevant to history
- Critically evaluate assumptions, arguments and data (which may be incomplete) to form a judgement, frame further questions and identify potential solutions
- Manage and reflect on your learning and communicate in writing to a specified audience relevant to the academic or workplace community
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
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Analyse and critically evaluate various scholarly approaches to the study of a strand of specialist history on the theme of empires, anti-imperialism, or identities.
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Provide a critical analysis of appropriate primary sources, including reflection on research, methodology, and interpretation.
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Effectively communicate in a variety of appropriate formats, either individually or in a group.
Example topics include:
- The Opium War, 1839-1842
- The Imperial City: Popular Culture, Slums and Scandal in Britain, 1780-1939
- Racism and Anti-Racism in Post-war Britain
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
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Analyse and critically evaluate different scholarly interpretations of a specialist topic on the theme of everyday life or challenging social inequality.
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Provide a critical analysis of appropriate primary sources, including reflection on research, methodology, and interpretation.
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Effectively communicate in a variety of appropriate formats, either individually or in a group.
Example topics include:
- Everyday Slaughter? Accidents and Safety in Britain, c.1850-1970
- Sex, Gender and Power in Early Modern England
- Civil Rights USA
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
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Analyse and critically evaluate different scholarly interpretations of a specialist topic on the theme of culture and society in history.
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Locate, analyse and critically evaluate a range of primary sources, including non-textual sources.
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Construct and present arguments effectively and persuasively, either individually or in a group, in a range of appropriate formats.
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Demonstrate intellectual, transferable and employability skills appropriate to the field of history.
Example topics include:
- Cinema-going in Wartime Britain
- Magic and Modernity, 1780-1900
- The Making of the German Nation
What you'll learn
The learning outcomes of this module are:
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Analyse and critically evaluate different scholarly interpretations of a specialist topic on the theme of societies in revolution, or periods of profound structural change.
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Locate, analyse and critically evaluate a range of primary sources, including non-textual sources.
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Construct and present arguments effectively and persuasively, either individually or in a group, in a range of appropriate formats.
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Demonstrate intellectual, transferable and employability skills appropriate to the field of history.
Example topics include:
- Conflict, Conspiracy Consensus: Religious Identities in Elizabethan England
- Britain in Revolution: the Impact of the Civil Wars: 1637-1662
- The French Revolution
- Thomas Jefferson and the Making of the American Republic
Changes to course content
We use the best and most current research and professional practice alongside feedback from our students to make sure course content is relevant to your future career or further studies.
Therefore, some course content may change over time to reflect changes in the discipline or industry. If a module doesn't run, we'll let you know as soon as possible and help you choose an alternative module.
How you're assessed
You’ll be assessed through a variety of formats. The emphasis is on giving you a range of ways to demonstrate what you’ve learned and how your thinking has developed.
Your history degree with us is weighted more towards coursework than traditional exams. Assessment types include:
- written essays
- written reports
- blogs
- podcasts
- individual presentations
- group presentations
- dissertation
You’ll be able to test your skills and knowledge informally before you do assessments that count towards your final mark.
You can get feedback on all practice and formal assessments so that you can continue to develop and improve
Teaching
Teaching methods on this course include:
- lectures
- workshops
- seminars
- one-on-one tutorials
There's an emphasis on learning the skills to conduct your own research, follow your own initiative, and confidently present your ideas.
You can access all teaching resources on Moodle, our virtual learning environment, from anywhere with a Web connection.
For more about the teaching activities for specific modules, see the module list above.
Studying history provided me with independence, flexibility, and research skills so that I can always meet the changing demands of my role in corporate governance.
How you'll spend your time
One of the main differences between school or college and university is how much control you have over your learning.
We use a blended learning approach to teaching, which means you’ll take part in both face-to-face and online activities during your studies. As well as attending your timetabled classes you'll study independently in your free time, supported by staff and our virtual learning environment, Moodle.
A typical week
We recommend you spend at least 35 hours a week studying for your History degree.
In your first year, you’ll be in timetabled teaching activities such as lectures, seminars and workshops for about 15 hours a week. The rest of the time you’ll do independent study such as research, independent reading, coursework and project work, alone or in a group with others from your course.
You'll probably do more independent study and have less scheduled teaching in years 2 and 3, but this depends on which modules you choose.
Term dates
The academic year runs from September to June. There are breaks at Christmas and Easter.
Supporting your learning
The amount of timetabled teaching you'll get on your degree might be less than what you're used to at school or college, but you'll also get support via video, phone and face-to-face from teaching and support staff to enhance your learning experience and help you succeed. You can build your personalised network of support from the following people and services:
Types of support
Your personal tutor helps you make the transition to independent study and gives you academic and personal support throughout your time at university.
As well as regular scheduled meetings with your personal tutor, they're also available at set times during the week if you want to chat with them about anything that can't wait until your next meeting.
You'll have help from a team of faculty learning development tutors. They can help you improve and develop your academic skills and support you in any area of your study.
They can help with:
- Improving your academic writing (for example, essays, reports, dissertations)
- Delivering presentations (including observing and filming presentations)
- Understanding and using assignment feedback
- Managing your time and workload
- Revision and exam techniques
As well as support from faculty staff and your personal tutor, you can use the University's Academic Skills Unit (ASK).
ASK provides one-to-one support in areas such as:
- Academic writing
- Note taking
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Presentation skills
- Referencing
- Working in groups
- Revision, memory and exam techniques
If you have a disability or need extra support, the Additional Support and Disability Centre (ASDAC) will give you help, support and advice.
Our online Learning Well mini-course will help you plan for managing the challenges of learning and student life, so you can fulfil your potential and have a great student experience.
You can get personal, emotional and mental health support from our Student Wellbeing Service, in person and online. This includes 1–2–1 support as well as courses and workshops that help you better manage stress, anxiety or depression.
If you require extra support because of a disability or additional learning need our specialist team can help you.
They'll help you to
- discuss and agree on reasonable adjustments
- liaise with other University services and facilities, such as the library
- access specialist study skills and strategies tutors, and assistive technology tutors, on a 1-to-1 basis or in groups
- liaise with external services
Library staff are available in person or by email, phone, or online chat to help you make the most of the University’s library resources. You can also request one-to-one appointments and get support from a librarian who specialises in your subject area.
The library is open 24 hours a day, every day, in term time.
If English isn't your first language, you can do one of our English language courses to improve your written and spoken English language skills before starting your degree. Once you're here, you can take part in our free In-Sessional English (ISE) programme to improve your English further.
Course costs and funding
Tuition fees (2024 start)
- UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £9,250 a year (may be subject to annual increase)
- EU students – £9,250 a year, including our Transition Scholarship (may be subject to annual increase)
- International students – £18,100 a year (subject to annual increase)
You won't pay any extra tuition fees to another university for taking part in a study/work abroad activity if you choose to do it for the whole academic year. During a year abroad you'll only have to pay a reduced fee to the University of Portsmouth.
Funding your studies
Find out how to fund your studies, including the scholarships and bursaries you could get. You can also find more about tuition fees and living costs, including what your tuition fees cover.
Applying from outside the UK? Find out about funding options for international students.
Additional course costs
These course-related costs aren’t included in the tuition fees. So you’ll need to budget for them when you plan your spending.
Additional costs
Our accommodation section show your accommodation options and highlight how much it costs to live in Portsmouth.
You’ll study up to 6 modules a year. You may have to read several recommended books or textbooks for each module.
You can borrow most of these from the Library. If you buy these, they may cost up to £60 each.
We recommend that you budget £75 a year for photocopying, memory sticks, DVDs and CDs, printing charges, binding and specialist printing.
If your final year includes a major project, there could be cost for transport or accommodation related to your research activities. The amount will depend on the project you choose.
You’ll need to cover additional costs, such as travel costs, if you take an optional placement or placement abroad.
These costs will vary depending on the location and duration of the placement, and can range from £50–£1000.
During your placement year or study abroad year, you’ll be eligible for a discounted rate on your tuition fees. Currently, this discount amounts to 90% of the year’s fees.
Tuition fees for that year are:
- UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £925 a year (may be subject to annual increase)
- EU students – £925 a year, including Transition Scholarship (may be subject to annual increase)
- International students – £1,800 a year (subject to annual increase)
The costs associated with your specific destination will be discussed during your second year, as well as possible sources of additional funding.
Apply
How to apply
To start this course in 2024, apply through UCAS. You'll need:
- the UCAS course code – V100
- our institution code – P80
If you'd prefer to apply directly, use our online application form.
You can also sign up to an Open Day to:
- Tour our campus, facilities and halls of residence
- Speak with lecturers and chat with our students
- Get information about where to live, how to fund your studies and which clubs and societies to join
If you're new to the application process, read our guide on applying for an undergraduate course.
Applying from outside the UK
As an international student you'll apply using the same process as UK students, but you’ll need to consider a few extra things.
You can get an agent to help with your application. Check your country page for details of agents in your region.
Find out what additional information you need in our international students section.
If you don't meet the English language requirements for this course yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
Admissions terms and conditions
When you accept an offer to study at the University of Portsmouth, you also agree to abide by our Student Contract (which includes the University's relevant policies, rules and regulations). You should read and consider these before you apply.