History at UEA is taught by experienced, internationally renowned academics. Our modules are inspired by our own research interests and expertise, so your learning will be at the forefront of the historical debate. We have strengths in British, European, and Global history, the Atlantic world, the Middle East and Landscape. 

Whether you’re interested in all areas of historical study or looking forward to developing new specialisms, in your second and third years you will be able to tailor your degree by choosing from a huge range of optional modules. And you’ll be able to broaden your horizons even further with modules from other disciplines including English literature, languages and politics. 

Whichever path you choose, you’ll develop a knowledge of the deep connections between history, memory and the past and the present. You will learn to explore and understand the forces that shape the modern world, be they political, economic, social or cultural. You’ll come to understand how knowledge is constructed and manipulated – how history is written – and you will engage with its interpretation and debate. 

PLACEMENT YEAR AND STUDY ABROAD

Experiencing a different culture today can give you a new perspective on the past, so studying abroad is a fantastic way to enhance your history degree. 

You’ll have the option to spend a semester abroad in your second year, selecting from a range of partner institutions. Your time abroad will be an invaluable academic and cultural experience, one that many students consider to be the highlight of their time at university. You’ll develop skills that you’ll use throughout your career, which are coveted by employers. 

AFTER THE COURSE

History graduates have the world at their fingertips. As well as your subject-specific skills and knowledge, you’ll develop all kinds of transferable skills and qualities, including communication skills critical thinking, team working, leadership, self-management, and sophisticated digital literacy. Such attributes open up a wide variety of professions and careers. 

History at UEA has a proven track record of leading to careers in law, finance, teaching, local government and administration, the heritage and tourism sector, Civil Service, political lobbying, non-governmental organisations, think-tanks and many more besides. Or you could further your research by going on to postgraduate study. 

CAREER DESTINATIONS

Examples of careers you could enter include: 

• The Civil Service 

• Political lobbying 

• Museum curating and heritage 

• Teaching 

• Finance 

• Postgraduate study