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Modern History Studies degrees in the UK

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History and Modern Languages & Cultures BA

University of Sheffield United Kingdom

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Modern History BA

Brunel University London United Kingdom

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Medieval and Early Modern History BA (Hons)

Aberystwyth University United Kingdom

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Modern History BA

University of East Anglia (UEA) United Kingdom

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Medieval and Early Modern History BA (Hons)

University of Chichester United Kingdom

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English and Modern History BA (Hons)

University of Liverpool United Kingdom

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Politics and Modern History BSc(Econ)

Cardiff University United Kingdom

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Modern History BA (Hons)

University of Lincoln United Kingdom

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Politics and Modern History BA

University of Manchester United Kingdom

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Modern and Contemporary History BA (Hons)

University of Leicester United Kingdom

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Modern Languages with History of Art and Visual Culture BA (Hons)

Royal Holloway, University of London United Kingdom

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Modern and Contemporary History BA (Hons)

Queen Mary, University of London (QMUL) United Kingdom

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History and the Modern World BA

University of Winchester United Kingdom

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All Bachelors Degrees in Modern History Studies

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Study a Modern History Studies degree in the UK in 2025

A bachelor's degree in modern history will allow you to blend the theoretical nature of history with the practical applications of your knowledge in today’s world. A modern history degree usually takes 3-4 years to complete when studied full-time. During a modern history degree, you will be able to study various modules, such as an introduction to modern history, gender in history, and political history, among others.

Tuition fees for international students will vary, depending on where you are from and where you wish to study. You might be eligible for a scholarship or a grant, which will help with the cost of studying abroad. Modern history graduates can either pursue further studies, or look for a job in the field.

Study in the UK

The UK is a popular destination for international students who want to study abroad. With a wide range of universities offering a variety of courses, there are so many opportunities that students might not be able to find elsewhere. Each university will pride itself on offering high quality education from leading teaching professionals. A qualification gained in the UK will be well regarded across the globe, making an education in the UK a great investment in your future. As well as this, there are many highly ranked universities in the UK, around 17 of which are consistently appearing in the top 100 of the QS World University Rankings.

See our detailed guide to studying in the UK for international students.

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