Foundation YearFull-time

BA History

Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth, United Kingdom
Level
Foundation Year
Duration
4 years
Mode
Full-time
Subject
History
Location
United Kingdom
IELTS
6.0 overall, no part below 5.5

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Overview

Following the foundation year, the syllabus of this course is identical to its sister course [ History, V100 ]. Alongside learning new and exciting information about the past, our History degrees also provide you with a range of skills, from analysis, fact-checking and communication, through to critical thinking and debate. In a world where the ability to quickly evaluate and analyse information is paramount, a degree in History will equip you with the tools for success whichever career you choose. Why study History at Aberystwyth University? History has been taught in Aberystwyth since 1872, making our department the most established in Wales and one of the foremost in Britain. Our teaching is innovative, research-based and designed to train you in the skills of interpretation, analysis, and communication - skills that are valued in the workplace. Our subject specialisms enable you to follow your historical interests from the medieval period to the present day, ranging across four continents, and embracing political, social, economic and cultural history. In choosing Aberystwyth, you will become part of a close-knit and supportive community of students and staff, and you will have access to excellent teaching and research facilities. Our commitment to getting to know all our students sets us apart and is integral to our degree schemes. We provide teaching in small groups, including one-to-one tutorials and seminar-only courses, such as our skills and special subject modules. As well as learning about the past, you will actively engage in the process of building new understandings of history. By studying primary sources and working closely with our lecturers, you will be contributing to our research community. As an Aberystwyth History student, you will have plenty of opportunity to get 'hands-on' experience and access to the world-class resources that are available in Aberystwyth. These include the National Library of Wales - one of the five Copyright Libraries of the UK and Wales’s leading archive repository. As part of your degree course, you will have the opportunity to study abroad at a partner university, to undertake Heritage sector work placements and to plan for your future career. Staff in the Department of History and Welsh History are active researchers and experts in their field of History. Most are qualified to PhD level and hold PGCHE. To find out more about our staff, please visit our departmental staff page.

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff points48 UCAS points
GCSEC/4 · Subjects: English

English language requirements

IELTS6.0 overall, no part below 5.5

IELTS 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component

Fees

International students: £19,190 per year

UK students: £9,790 per year

Start dates

September

Application deadline

UCAS equal-consideration deadline

Campus

  • Aberystwyth, United Kingdom

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Foundation

Academic

Successful completion of High School Diploma with final GPA of 2.5-2.7 (depending on subject to be studied).

English language

As the USA teach through the medium of English and English is used widely for administrative purposes, it is expected that nationals from the States would not be required to have an English Language qualification. They are, therefore, exempt from providing proof to meet the UK Visa and Immigrations requirements and the University's requirements for English language ability. American citizens, and/or those who have successfully graduated from a NARIC recognised American institution, there is no language requirement for PG study.

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Scholarships at Aberystwyth University

9 for this level
  • Aberystwyth Regional Scholarships£2,000.00 (US$ 2,583)
  • Caru Aber International Award£1,000.00 (US$ 1,291)
  • International Accommodation Award
  • International Family Award£1,000.00 (US$ 1,291)
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TuitionGBP 19,190
Visa application, from outside the UKGBP 558
Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in totalGBP 34,576

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