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History

Delve into history and discover the impact of political, social and cultural change on class, gender, race, injustice and power. Find your own critical voice and make it heard. A history degree from Kent is the first step to wherever you want to go.

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Degree

BA (Hons) History

Degree Duration

4 Years :

1 year pathway + 3 years degree

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Pathways Available

International Foundation Year

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Start Dates

January | September

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Degree Overview

Delve into history and discover the impact of political, social and cultural change on class, gender, race, injustice and power. Find your own critical voice and make it heard. A history degree from Kent is the first step to wherever you want to go.

As a Kent student, you will benefit from living and learning in the ancient city of Canterbury. You meet history face-to-face from day one while learning from world-leading academics who help to sharpen your skills of analysis, argument and communication.

You’re encouraged to explore history and tailor your studies to the times and themes you find most fascinating. Make your degree your own by taking a broad approach to your learning or specialise in a niche area to cultivate your expertise.

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Additional Costs

You may incur additional costs in the course of your education at the university over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, stationary and additional resources.

Study Reasons

History at Kent ranked 1st for research quality in The Complete University Guide 2023.

Kent is home to the British Cartoon Archive and holds a rare and complete set of British official histories of the two world wars.

The Cathedral Archives and Library hold a fantastic and varied collection of historic records, including manuscripts, photographs, maps and printed books dating from the late 8th century up to the modern day.

Your Pathways

The IFY will prepare you for the first year of your undergraduate degree. It’s made up of several core and subject-specific modules that will give you a greater understanding of your chosen subject area. The skills you develop through this programme will help you in your chosen degree, in your future career, and in all aspects of life.

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International Student Fees

You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.

Study Route Pathway Fees (2024-25) Pathway Fees (2025-26)
International Foundation Programme (IFP) From £17,995 From £18,595
International Year Zero From £12,995 From 13,395
International Year One (IY1) – From £18,595
Pre-Master’s (International Incorporated Masters – IIM) From £9,995 From £10,395
Please note: There is an additional administration fee payable to Oxford International. Stated fees do not include tuition applicable for your degree course continued at University of Kent.

Scholarships

Scholarships up to £6000 available

Please contact your Oxford International representative for more details on scholarships available to you. All scholarships are subject to availability and may be amended or withdrawn without notice.

16% off University of Kent tuition fees per year, for students moving into a degree from all our pathway routes.

Please contact your Oxford International representative for more details on scholarships available to you. All scholarships are subject to availability and may be amended or withdrawn without notice.

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