BA (Hons) History

at Plymouth Marjon University

History is full of danger, excitement and mystery. This innovative BA (Hons) History degree at Marjon allows you to cross space and time, looking at how big events, myriad forces and influential people have shaped the world we live in. On this programme, you will answer questions such as these: What were early humans like, and how are we like them still? What is the legacy of ancient civilisations? How have humans changed the natural environment? How have war and rebellion impacted on social, political and cultural change? 

History is best understood when different periods, people and experiences are related to one another, thus giving us a deeper understanding of our present. This programme takes a broadly thematic approach to learning about history, in which students forge links in space and time, gaining a greater insight into their own world and experience. Modules are designed to provide thematic coherence and they are threaded together to build on learning through engagement with primary and secondary sources in a critical and academic way.

The programme takes a broad and progressive approach to learning history in which students can help shape the curriculum content, selecting areas of interest that can be explored collaboratively, and then built on over time to develop specialist skills and knowledge. Whilst guided by the expertise of tutors, who can ensure focus on learning outcomes, students are proactive in co-constructing their learning. So, if you have a interest in the Cold War, for instance, that will link to our Rebellion, Revolution and Conflict module. You're interested in the Space Race? Great - let's build on this knowledge in our Innovation, Science and Technology module. You want to know more about the history of Ming China? No problem - this fits in to our Ancient to Contemporary module.

The programme fosters students' intellectual growth through experiencing history in context: opportunities are embedded in all three years for students to visit local and national places of historic interest in order to engage fully with their subject. You will develop a range of invaluable skills, enabling you to become sophisticated in your knowledge of history and historical method. Work-based learning in Year 2 and Year 3 will give you experience in a range of areas in the history, heritage and education sectors, whilst also preparing you to become a skilled and confident professional in whatever field you choose to go into.