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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the History course at University of Hull.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Hull. These students are taking History or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| History | C |
| Government and Politics | C |
| Psychology | C |
| Biology | D |
| English Literature | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: V100
Here's what University of Hull says about its History course.
Study the past, present and future to help solve the world’s most pressing challenges on this fascinating degree.
You’ll explore how history continues to influence our world and, under the guidance of expert academics, you’ll transform learning about the past into relevant skills for the modern job market.
There are plenty of resources to tap into during your time here. Our Brynmor Jones Library has over one million books and extensive digital resources to learn from, while the Hull History Centre is another excellent source of knowledge right on your doorstep.
Why study at Hull?
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A city steeped in history: Access the Hull History Centre, the Blaydes Maritime Centre, and the world-renowned Wilberforce Institute. And study in our Brynmor Jones Library with over a million books and extensive digital resources.
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Real-world experience: Boost your CV on a Hull History Network placement.
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Learn from leading experts: 100% of History at Hull received the top grade of 4* for Research Impact according to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.
Where could this take me?
With the ability to explain, support and defend your ideas, plus analytical and writing skills honed while studying, you’ll be the type of communicator employers look for.
Historian, heritage manager, archaeologist, museum conservator, researcher, auctioneer, archivist or teacher are just some of the exciting roles on offer with a History degree. Hull graduates also work in journalism, the Civil Service, marketing, and law.
Source: University of Hull
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
Faculty of Arts, Cultures and Education
Location
The University of Hull | Hull
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• History
Start date
14 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,790 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| International | £17,500 per year |
The modules you will study
Core modules include:
History of Freedom All Roads Lead to Rome: The Classical Present Revolutions: Continuity and Change Human Worlds World War Tudors: Rethinking British History The First Superpowers Global Britain and its Past History Group Project The Past in the Present
Optional modules include:
Insiders and Outsiders: Community and Belonging in History Fear and Terror The Vikings and their World Global First World War
How you will be assessed
You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree.
Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests.
Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work.
Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.
University of Hull student reviews
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All very clean
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Amazing staff
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Hull
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of Hull students who took the History course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
96%
high
Teaching on my course
96%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
87%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
100%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
98%
high
Learning opportunities
94%
high
Learning opportunities
94%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
88%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
98%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
98%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
94%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
92%
high
Assessment and feedback
94%
high
Assessment and feedback
94%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
94%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
96%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
90%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
92%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
98%
high
Academic support
94%
med
Academic support
94%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
88%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
100%
high
Organisation and management
92%
high
Organisation and management
92%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
93%
high
How well organised is your course?
90%
med
Learning resources
96%
high
Learning resources
96%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
96%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
96%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
96%
high
Student voice
88%
high
Student voice
88%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
90%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
88%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
87%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
64%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
90%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
78%
med
Student information
See who's studying at University of Hull. These students are taking History or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took History at University of Hull.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Hull graduates who took History - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£21.2k
First year after graduation
£22.6k
Third year after graduation
£27k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to History.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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