History - BA (Hons)

Study the past, present and future to help solve the world’s most pressing challenges on this fascinating degree. You’ll explore how history continues to influence our world and, under the guidance of expert academics, you’ll transform learning about the past into relevant skills for the modern job market. There are plenty of resources to tap into during your time here. Our Brynmor Jones Library has over one million books and extensive digital resources to learn from, while the Hull History Centre is another excellent source of knowledge right on your doorstep. How we rank Joint 8th in the UK for Graduate Prospects. (The Complete University Guide, 2027) Joint 7th in the UK for Value Added Score. (The Guardian University Rankings, 2027) Why study at Hull A city steeped in history: Access the Hull History Centre, the Blaydes Maritime Centre, and the world-renowned Wilberforce Institute. And study in our Brynmor Jones Library with over a million books and extensive digital resources. Real-world experience: Boost your CV on a Hull History Network placement. 90 years of teaching: We’ve been teaching History since 1928. Where could this take you With the ability to explain, support and defend your ideas, plus analytical and writing skills honed while studying, you’ll be the type of communicator employers look for. Historian, heritage manager, archaeologist, museum conservator, researcher, auctioneer, archivist or teacher are just some of the exciting roles on offer with a History degree. Hull graduates also work in journalism, the Civil Service, marketing, and law.