BA (Hons) German and History

COURSE OVERVIEW

History and German, with a year abroad, explores history through subjects including women’s history and gender, modern British social history and the history of religion, health and medicine. You will also study the rich diversity of German language, culture, film, history, translation and language teaching.

Studying this four-year BA degree course opens up a range of exciting career opportunities by helping you develop skills, which are highly valued by employers.

YOUR GERMAN AND HISTORY EXPERIENCE

During your four-year History and German course you will have an academic mentor for any pastoral and academic support you may need, and The Society of Ancient Studies and History student society organises social and cultural events.

We offer varied and flexible course content and you can tailor your degree to your own interests. As you progress through your course, you can choose to specialise in medieval, early modern or modern history.

GERMAN AND HISTORY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Students on this course typically develop excellent oral and writing skills and you will also learn to develop your ideas in a wide range of formats, along with strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Our graduates enter careers in a wide range of sectors including:

• Education
• Marketing
• Human resources
• Tourism and event management
• Media and Public Relations
• Heritage and museums

Our career support services include:

• Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
• Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
• Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
• Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
• Advice and guidance on postgraduate study and funding
• Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.