Humanities

BA (Hons) History BA (Hons) History & Philosophy BA (Hons) History & Politics BA (Hons) History & Religious Studies BA (Hons) Philosophy & Politics BA (Hons) Religion, Philosophy & Ethics

“You learn how to stir the reader’s imagination, critically analyse a range of ethical issues with an open mind, and challenge fixed ideas in the world around us.”

Jessica Toogood, RPE graduate, Production Designer on the BAFTA award-winning film Refugee & Content Producer for The Charity for Civil Servants

History

Humanities

Study the making of the modern world by working with subject experts in British, European, Russian and American history, to become a historian in your own right. Develop your investigative, analytical and communication skills with hands-on historical research – and by going on field trips to places like Washington D.C.*

“The lecturers are truly amazing! They treat you like colleagues rather than students, and the level of discussion and debates we are able to engage in is incomparable.” Rhiannon Carter, History student

Typical modules Year 1/level 4 Europe in the Age of Revolutions, 1780 – 1820 Democracy, Freedom & Slavery: The USA, 1776 – 1865 Making the Modern World: Themes in History

Year 2/level 5 Victorian Values: Class, Culture, Religion America & the South After the Civil War Religion, Superstition & Fear in Early Modern Europe, 1540 – 1640

Year 3/level 6 Dark Continent: Fascism in Europe, 1914 – 45 Thaw to Glasnost: the Soviet Union, 1953 – 91 Religion, Revolution & Regicide: the British Civil Wars, 1625 – 60

Industry links Work and exhibit research at Gloucester History Festival as part of our partnership with the festival.

Tariff points 96 CCC at A levels MMM at BTEC

UCAS code/duration V100 – 3 years

Study style Mostly coursework Study options Full-time/part-time

Graduate opportunities Museums/heritage Research Politics Journalism Teaching/academia Start date September 2021

Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham

*Additional costs may apply and destinations are subject to change. See course page below.

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History & Philosophy

Humanities

Examine the way that events, movements, people and ideas made the modern world – from Greek philosophers to 21st-century ideas, and from early modern Britain and Europe to present day America and Russia. Work with experts in active exploration of who we are and how we got here.

“The lecturers are inspiring to listen to. They all teach in different ways, which makes each session different and engaging.” Julia Bagshaw, humanities student

Typical modules Year 1/level 4 Making the Modern World: Themes in History Philosophical Arguments Ethical Engagements

Year 2/level 5 Victorian Values: Class, Culture, Religion The American Century: Major Themes in 20th Century American History Philosophy, Science & Belief

Year 3/level 6 Thaw to Glasnost: the Soviet Union, 1953 – 1991 Dark Continent: Fascism in Europe, 1914 – 1945 Philosophy & Literature

Industry links As well as field trips to locations such as Washington DC,* work with the likes of Gloucester History Festival and The Wilson museum. Tariff points 96 CCC at A levels MMM at BTEC

UCAS code/duration V150 – 3 years V151 – 4 years

Study style Mostly coursework Study options Full-time/part-time

Graduate opportunities Museums/heritage Research Politics Journalism Teaching/academia Start date September 2021

Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham

*Destinations are subject to change. See course page below.

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History & Politics*

Humanities

Combining politics and history means exploring key ideas, events and movements which have shaped our world. Questions about democracy, protest, activism and authority will be central for your understanding of where we are and where we’re going, helping you to develop as a rigorous, imaginative thinker.

“I have travelled to Nepal, Iraq, Togo and Greece in response to the European Refugee Crisis. The course has enabled me to understand the context to difficult situations and the ongoing impact of historical events around the world.”

Typical modules Year 1/level 4 Populism, Truth & the Media Power & Community Democracy, Freedom & Slavery: the USA, 1776 – 1865

Year 2/level 5 Ideologies, Systems & Institutions Gender & Environment Politics & Empire in the Age of Gladstone & Disraeli

Year 3/level 6 Human Rights in Global Perspective Consensus & Conflict in Post-War Britain, 1945 – 1990 Dark Continent: Fascism in Europe, 1914 – 1945

Industry links We offer field trips to locations in the UK as well as Córdoba, Spain, Washington DC and New Delhi, India.**

Tariff points 96 CCC at A levels MMM at BTEC

UCAS code/duration V101 – 3 years V102 – 4 years (with placement)

Study style Mostly coursework Study options Full-time/part-time

Graduate opportunities Heritage/museums Journalism Politics Civil Service Teaching Marketing & business

Start date September 2021 Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham

*This course is subject to validation. **Additional costs may apply and destinations are subject to change. See course page below.

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History & Religious Studies

Examine the ways in which religion and history are inextricably intertwined in shaping our politics, culture and society. Gain first-hand experiences as an active researcher of historical events and religious traditions. Our field trips to Northern India, Washington* and local locations provide exciting opportunities to encounter key ideas and places.

Typical modules Year 1/level 4 Making the Modern World: Themes in History New & Non-Religious Movements Representing the Past

Year 2/level 5 Victorian Values: Class, Culture, Religion The American Century: Major Themes in 20th Century American History Islamic Politics & Philosophy

Year 3/level 6 Thaw to Glasnost: the Soviet Union, 1953 – 1991 God, Politics & Power Buddhism from Gotama to Mindfulness

Industry links We offer field trips to locations in the UK as well as Córdoba, Spain and New Delhi, India.*

Humanities

Tariff points 96 CCC at A levels MMM at BTEC

UCAS code/duration V160 – 3 years V161 – 4 years (with placement)

Study style Mostly coursework Study options Full-time/part-time

Graduate opportunities Museums/heritage Research Politics Journalism Teaching/academia Start date September 2021

Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham

*Additional costs may apply and destinations are subject to change. See course page below.

“The lecturers were excellent at engaging us and directing us towards new interpretations. Each session was fantastic at challenging our preconceptions.” Dan Warburton, Religious Studies graduate

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Philosophy & Politics*

Humanities

Combining philosophy and politics means engaging with humanity’s most pressing and enduring questions about society, power and existence: who are we and how can we best live together? You’ll gain key skills and understanding in addressing those questions, developing as a sophisticated, valuable thinker as you do so.

Typical modules Year 1/level 4 Populism, Truth & the Media Power & Community The Greeks

Year 2/level 5 Ideologies, Systems & Institutions Philosophy as a Way of Life Gender & Environment

Year 3/level 6 Human Rights in Global Perspective Beyond Good & Evil Philosophy & Literature

Industry links We offer field trips to locations in the UK as well as Washington DC, Spain and New Delhi, India.**

“I have felt hugely supported by my study skills mentor. Their assistance in both helping me direct my ideas and research, and their encouragement for me to do so, has so far been of massive support to my postgraduate ambitions.”

Tariff points 96 CCC at A levels MMM at BTEC

UCAS code/duration V501 – 3 years V502 – 4 years (with placement)

Study style 100% coursework Study options Full-time/part-time

Graduate opportunities Third sector Politics Civil Service Teaching Research Journalism Marketing & business

Start date September 2021

Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham

*This course is subject to validation. **Additional costs may apply and destinations are subject to change. See course page below.

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Religion, Philosophy & Ethics

Experience the world’s great religious and philosophical traditions, on exciting field trips to Northern India, Washington and across the UK.* You’ll explore emerging spiritualities, ancient and modern philosophy, and examine the central importance of religion in politics, culture and society today.

Typical modules Year 1/level 4 Ethical Engagements The Greeks New & Non-Religious Movements

Year 2/level 5 Philosophy as a Way of Life Christianity: Narrative Theology Islamic Politics & Philosophy

Year 3/level 6 Buddhism from Gotama to Mindfulness Emergent Spiritualities Beyond Good & Evil

Industry links Be inspired on field trips to Spain, India and places closer to home.*

Humanities

Tariff points 96 CCC at A levels MMM at BTEC

UCAS code/duration VV65 – 3 years

Study style 100% coursework Study options Full-time/part-time

Graduate opportunities Teaching Public relations Media Publishing Social work/ counselling Start date September 2021

Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham

*Additional costs may apply and destinations are subject to change. See course page below.

“I’ve had so many amazing trips – India was the most amazing experience of my life! As soon as we landed we were enriched with the culture and beauty. It was incredible to learn from first-hand experience – not just reading out of a book.”

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