You’ll develop your skills as a historian through comprehensive study of one of the most intriguing and influential nations in the world.  

You’ll have the chance to study with internationally renowned academics working in Native American, African American, gender, and diplomatic history. You’ll gain a detailed knowledge of the founding of the American nation, Indigenous history and culture, the workings of the US government and legal system, and Black freedom struggles, as well as the Cold War and America’s role in the world.  

You’ll also gain first-hand experience of the US by spending your third year there before returning to UEA to complete your degree in your fourth year. Or you could add a comparative dimension to your understanding by studying in Canada or spending one semester of your year abroad in Australia, New Zealand, or Hong Kong and the other semester in the US.  

Whichever path you choose through your studies, this degree will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how America has shaped and been shaped by the world around us. You’ll learn about the relationship between culture and politics, while gaining an in-depth knowledge of the forces that transform societies and forge nations. An American History degree will not only provide you with the analytical tools to better comprehend the United States, but also to grapple with the key political issues that shape our society today.  

PLACEMENT YEAR AND STUDY ABROAD

You’ll spend your third year studying abroad. Our Year Abroad programme has been running for more than 30 years and is one of the largest in the UK for American Studies. We have a wide range of partner universities and colleges across the US and Canada - from New England to California, Alaska to Louisiana, Vancouver to Ottawa. We also have a great number of partner institutions in Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand where you can experience American history from a Pacific Rim point of view.  
 
Your time abroad will be an invaluable academic and cultural experience, one that most students consider to be the highlight of their time at university.  

AFTER THE COURSE

As an American History graduate you’ll be well placed to enter a wide range of professions and sectors. Undertaking in-depth research, studying abroad, and working across disciplines will give you key skills that are highly regarded by employers. You’ll also graduate as an expert researcher and communicator, skilled in analysing data, and good at working in a team.  

CAREER DESTINATIONS

Examples of careers you could enter include:  

• Civil Service  

• Law  

• Journalism  

• Financial services  

• Publishing  

• Teaching