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History
History and English Language
BA(Hons)
BA(Hons)
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From the Crusades to the Second World War, and from regicide to revolution, our courses give you the chance to choose your pathway according to your interests. Perhaps you want to study the history of a particular country, or take an international view to see patterns and connections between national stories. We have a friendly, hands-on approach to delivering our courses. All of our modules aim to equip you with good communication, analytical, team working and problem solving skills.
Course length: 3 years full-time 4 years inc. placement year 4½–6 years part-time
For the History side of the course, you’ll have the opportunity to shape your studies to your interests. Our modules are historically and geographically diverse, so you can pick the periods and places that fascinate you the most. You’ll be able to engage with a range of approaches to history, and work with primary source materials too.
Course length: 3 years full-time 4 years inc. placement year
The five-week work experience project in Year 2 and the optional year-long placement provide the opportunity to gain valuable real-world experience. Our History course is really creative too. You could have the chance to design a marketing pitch for a historical film, or an interactive soundwalk. You will also have opportunities to explore our award-winning archive at Heritage Quay, join the student History Society, and take part in trips, debates and social events.
In your English Language studies, you’ll be introduced to the basic concepts and theory of different branches of linguistics, like phonetics and morphology. We’ll also encourage you to study the role of language in society and how it helps humans understand things: how we acquire it, the way it changes, and the way it forms an array of ways to communicate.
Entry requirements: BBB-BBC inc. B in History or English Language/DDM-DMM/120-112 inc. B at A Level in History or English Language
We also offer innovative assessments for both subjects in your course, so you could find yourself analysing children’s speech development, pitching an idea for a historical video game or creating a visitor trail for a national museum.
Example modules
Example modules • Early Medieval Europe: c500-1215 • Hitler’s Germany: Life and Death in the Third Reich
• The Elizabethan Age • Modern India: From Raj to Independence, c.1860-1950
• History of English • Holy Wars: The Age of the Crusades
• Language and Power • Henry’s Empire
Your future
Your future A selection of organisations that have employed Huddersfield graduates in recent years include BT, the Civil Service, the Royal Armouries Museum, the House of Commons, the British Red Cross, the British Library, West Yorkshire Police, the Department for Education and Emerald Group Publishing. Others have opted for PGCE study and have become teachers, or continued their studies at Master’s level.* *LinkedIn
As an History and English Language graduate, you are valued for the advanced skills you have developed in analysis and communication, self-motivation, teamwork, creative problem solving and persuasiveness. Our graduates have gone on to a variety of careers within teaching, writing, local government, archives, the media, PR, law, politics and accountancy. Others have opted for PGCE study and have become teachers, or continued their studies at Master’s level.* *LinkedIn
“This course is amazing for those who love history and want a taste of different areas of the past. It gives budding historians the chance to do their own research and create their own conclusions. The tutors are incredible, they make every lecture so interesting and are always there to help.” Michael Hillyard, History BA(Hons) 4
Entry requirements: BBB-BBC inc. B in History/ DDM-DMM/120-112 inc. B at A Level in History
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“Language is central to history: sources are made up of words, but the meanings of those words change over time. But language also has a history, which reflects relations of power between different people, different countries, at different moments. How did English emerge as a global language? Is it about empire? Or is there something about the language itself which has made it so adaptable?” Dr Lindsey Dodd, Admissions Tutor (History Pathways) For more detailed course information visit courses.hud.ac.uk
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English Literature and History BA(Hons)
Economics and History BA(Hons)
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Our English Literature course spans hundreds of years of inspiration, from the English Renaissance of the 16th-century right up to the present day. So whether you love Jacobean drama or contemporary poetry, you’ll be able to indulge your tastes and hopefully gain some new ones too. Your choices on the History side of your degree are equally wide ranging. We’ll cover the cultural, social, historical and political impacts of events and eras that have shaped the world today. Along the way you’ll be able to study conflicts, empires, migrations and more, from the medieval period right through to contemporary society. The course is an equal mixture of both subjects.
Course length: 3 years full-time 4 years inc. placement year 4½–6 years part-time
On this course you’ll learn how to combine historical context with current awareness of major global trends and challenges, and evaluate evidence of various kinds. Your choices on the History side are historically and geographically diverse. You’ll be able to explore the cultural, social and political impact of events and eras, in Britain, Europe and across the world, from medieval to modern times.
Course length: 3 years full-time 4 years inc. placement year 4½–6 years part-time
In your first year in History you’ll have the chance to learn more about early medieval Europe and 20th century Britain. And in your English modules you’ll start looking at a wide range of literature, as well as literary criticism and theory.
Example modules • Twentieth Century Britain • Literary Histories
• Mindsets, Institutions and Madness • Critical concepts
Your future Our graduates have gone on to a variety of careers within teaching, writing, local government, archives, the media, law and politics. A selection of organisations that have employed Huddersfield graduates in recent years include Roma Publications, the House of Commons, the Civil Service, the Royal Armouries Museum and the British Red Cross.* *LinkedIn
Entry requirements: BBB-BBC inc. B in English or History/DDM-DMM/120-112 inc. B at A Level in English or History
In your Economics studies, we’ll introduce you to the basics of economics, at both macro and micro levels. You’ll then apply the concepts you have learned to contemporary social, economic and historical problems, such as poverty reduction and inequality measurement, high unemployment and rising pollution. Hopefully you’ll figure out some of the solutions too. Our creative teaching and learning will help improve your communication and analysis skills. We have a friendly, hands-on approach to delivering our courses, involving you in independent and team work, problem solving and digital literacy.
Entry requirements: BBB-BBC inc. B in History or Economics/DDM-DMM/120-112 inc. B at A Level in History or Economics
Example modules • Twentieth Century Britain • Intermediate Microeconomics
• International Economics • The Dark Years: Collaboration, Resistance and Memory in Wartime France
Your future A selection of organisations that have employed Huddersfield graduates in recent years include the Royal Armouries Museum, the House of Commons, the British Red Cross, Kirklees Museums and Galleries, York Army Museum, leading FTSE-100 companies, Government, the media, industry and manufacturing.* *LinkedIn
“Combining English Literature and History lets you have the best of both worlds. You’ll be able to study a range of historical periods and literary genres. Literary texts are often very revealing as historical sources and this degree will give you the chance to explore the connections between these two subjects in depth.” Sarah Bastow, Head of History 6
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“I completed my work placement at West Yorkshire Archives. Whilst there I was able to see the day to day running of an archive and talk informally about my career aspirations regularly with the archivist. Lectures were fun and engaging and included activities and group work which added to the learning experience. The University of Huddersfield is a fabulous place to study, the support systems in place make the university stand out from the rest.” Anna Maluk, graduated History BA(Hons) in 2018 and is now a Customer Service Executive at Imperial War Museums. For more detailed course information visit courses.hud.ac.uk
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Global Professional Award
Film Studies and History BA(Hons)
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Whether the emphasis is on silent, classical or more contemporary cinema, studying film always involves trying to make sense of continuity and change – complex processes that take place at the level of society, art, culture, technology and economics. The same is true of history, which teaches us about the connections, people, institutions and events that led to the society we now live in.
Course length: 3 years full-time 4 years inc. placement year
Our combined Film Studies and History degree gives you the opportunity to study two different but highly complementary subjects. We will encourage you to think critically about the ways in which our past and present have been narrated, represented and (re) constructed over the centuries. On our course you will also try your hand at researching and producing these stories yourself. You will apply your understanding of how our past shapes the present, of the role of film in creating the past, and the way our past shapes film today.
Example modules • Video and Audio Production • Hands on History: Voice, Film and Material Culture
• M ethods in Media, Communication and Journalism Research • History and Myth: Writing and Re-Writing the Middle Ages
Your future Not only do you get to study two subjects you love instead of one, but you will receive a thorough grounding in research methods, and digital research methods in particular. We also emphasise the importance of transferable skills, such as communication, analysis, argumentation, and problem solving – all vital skills that employers in a wide range of industries are looking for. A selection of organisations that have employed Huddersfield graduates in recent years include the Civil Service, the Royal Armouries Museum, the House of Commons, the British Red Cross and the British Library.* *LinkedIn
“This course is not just about watching films. We look at many other areas such as sociology, media, politics/ geo-politics, advertising, philosophy and business. I believe the variety of subjects that you cover throughout the three years opens up a wide number of job opportunities. Huddersfield has the friendliest atmosphere you will ever get within an academic environment and the staff are always friendly and very helpful.”
Entry requirements: BBC inc. B in History/DMM/112 inc. B at A Level in History
At Huddersfield we’re proud to inspire global professionals, which is why you’ll study the Global Professional Award alongside your undergraduate degree.* The Award is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (Level 5), meaning you’ll graduate with an additional internationally recognised qualification which will help to set you apart from other graduates, and develop valuable qualities that we know employers are looking for.
Three areas of focus The Careers and Employability focus of the course helps you understand your own aspirations and ambitions. You’ll learn how to turn these into a really powerful tool when it comes to getting a job after you graduate. Going to university can be a transformative experience, but it can also be a little scary. The Wellbeing focus of the course is about giving you the time and support to reflect and transform, from meeting and developing relationships with new people to mental strength and resilience. Through the Enterprise focus you’ll gain new viewpoints to consider and perhaps challenge your current perceptions of the world and how you can have an impact in the future.
Becoming a highly employable graduate Completing the Award will support you to transform into a highly employable graduate who is: • Self-motivated • Enterprising • Resilient
• Able to collaborate with others • A confident leader • Globally and socially aware
How do I complete the Award? We make it as simple as possible. You’ll complete the Award through a mixture of online and face to face workshops and self-directed learning activities. This will take approximately 1 hour per week, so you’ll still have plenty of time to focus on your degree and your social life. A key aspect of the Award is that each year you build a portfolio of experiential learning activities by engaging with opportunities within the University and the local community. You’ll be supported to complete the Award by staff who are specialists in the three areas of Careers and Employability, Wellbeing and Enterprise, plus the lecturers on your course and your PATs will help you to understand how you can get involved. Find out more about the Global Professional Award at hud.ac/gpa *Full-time, undergraduate first degrees with a minimum duration of three years. This does not include postgraduate, foundation, top-up, accelerated or apprenticeship degrees
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The legal bit This brochure was prepared in the spring of 2021 for courses starting in September 2022 and is up to date as at the date of publication. Any subsequent changes to information will be published in the course information listings on our website courses. hud.ac.uk, and you should check this for the latest information before you apply. Changes to a course you have applied for If we propose to make a major change to a course that you are holding an offer for, then we will tell you as soon as possible so that you can decide whether to withdraw your application prior to enrolment. Changes to your course after you enrol as a student We will always try to deliver your course and other services as described. However, sometimes we may have to make changes as set out below: Changes to option modules Where your course allows you to choose modules from a range of options, we will review these each year and change them to reflect the expertise of our staff, current trends in research and as a result of student feedback or demand for certain modules. We will always ensure that you have a range of options to choose from and we will let you know in good time the options available for you to choose for the following year. Major changes We will only make major changes to the core curriculum of a course or to our services if it is necessary for us to do so and provided such changes are reasonable. A major change in this context is a change that materially changes the services available to you; or the outcomes, or a significant part, of your course, such as the nature of the award or a substantial change to module content, teaching days (part time provision), classes, type of delivery or assessment of the core curriculum. For example, it may be necessary to make a major change to reflect changes in the law or the requirements of the University’s regulators; to meet the latest requirements of a commissioning or accrediting body; to improve the quality of educational provision; in response to student, examiners’ or other course evaluators’ feedback; and/or to reflect academic or professional changes within subject areas. Major changes may also be
We hope you’ve found all the information you need to inspire you to become a student here at Huddersfield. Now all you need to do is apply. necessary because of circumstances outside our reasonable control, such as a key member of staff leaving the University or being unable to teach, where they have a particular specialism that can’t be adequately covered by other members of staff; or due to damage or interruption to buildings, facilities or equipment. Major changes would usually be made with effect from the next academic year, but this may not always be the case. We will notify you as soon as possible should we need to make a major change and will carry out suitable consultation with affected students. If you reasonably believe that the proposed change will cause you detriment or hardship we will, if appropriate, work with you to try to reduce the adverse effect on you or find an appropriate solution. Where an appropriate solution cannot be found and you contact us in writing before the change takes effect you can cancel your registration and withdraw from the University without liability to the University for future tuition fees. We will provide reasonable support to assist you with transferring to another university if you wish to do so. Termination of course
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If this is your first (undergraduate) degree and you want to study a full-time course, then you’ll apply via the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) at ucas.com
If you want to start your course in September 2022, you can apply through UCAS any time from September 2021 onwards. Please make sure UCAS receives your application by the first application deadline in January 2022. Please see hud.ac/faa for more information.
If you’re at a college or school right now, it’s probably already registered with UCAS. The best thing to do is ask your teacher or careers adviser to help with your application. Once you’ve applied we’ll keep in touch with you throughout the application process, so you’re up to speed with what’s going on.
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In exceptional circumstances, we may, for reasons outside of our control, be forced to discontinue or suspend your course. Where this is the case, a formal exit strategy will be followed and we will notify you as soon as possible about what your options are, which may include transferring to a suitable replacement course for which you are qualified, being provided with individual teaching to complete the award for which you were registered, or claiming an interim award and exiting the University. If you do not wish to take up any of the options that are made available to you, then you can cancel your registration and withdraw from the course without liability to the University for future tuition fees and you will be entitled to a refund of all course fees paid to date. We will provide reasonable support to assist you with transferring to another university if you wish to do so.
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