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History and Sociology

BA (Hons)

Discover how history shapes today’s society and learn to analyse the issues affecting people today.

UCAS Code: VL13

Joint Honours

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You’ll join a lively community where you can explore the topics that matter to you. With small classes, engaging discussions and opportunities for real world experience, Worcester gives you the space to grow your skills and discover where your interests could take you.

of graduates go on to work or further study after 15 monthsGraduate Outcomes Survey 2025

Overview

Studying a joint honours degree in History and Sociology connects past events to the issues shaping society today, giving you deeper insight into politics, culture and social justice. History shows you how the past shapes and reshapes the world around us, while Sociology helps you make sense of the social forces influencing everyday life. Studying both means you’ll explore people, power, communities and change through two complementary lenses – understanding how ideas, conflicts and cultures developed over time, and analysing the inequalities and identities that affect society now.

In History, you’ll explore themes that remain relevant today – from gender and sexuality in the early modern period through to the 1970s, to the role of race and ethnicity in imperialism, slavery, genocide, national identity and racism. You’ll study the global south through the histories of Africa, South Asia and East Asia, and deepen your understanding of poverty, conflict, war and social justice across British, European and world history. In Sociology, you’ll tackle big questions about what shapes the world we live in and how people influence society in return. You’ll look at how power, inequality, and identity operate in everyday life. Throughout, you’ll be encouraged to question assumptions, uncover hidden inequalities, and understand how societies change.

Your learning will take place in small, friendly groups where you’ll get to know your lecturers and feel supported as you build your confidence. Teaching is hands-on and discussion-based where you’ll develop practical skills in research, communication, critical thinking, and project management. By your final year, you’ll bring everything together in a major piece of research on a topic of your choice.

Work experience

During your time at Worcester you’ll have the opportunity to take part in subject-related work experience and volunteering activities. In your second year you can choose to take a work experience module, and volunteering opportunities with local and regional organisations are regularly publicised to all history and sociology students.

Course content

On this joint honours course, you’ll have the flexibility to choose optional modules in your second and third years to shape your learning to your interests and career ambitions.

We regularly review our courses to reflect the latest research and developments in the subject area, as well as feedback from students, employers and the wider sector. As a result, modules may change to ensure the course remains current and relevant.

Optional modules will run if enough students choose to study them. It is not guaranteed that all modules will be offered every year.

Year 1 Mandatory modules

Britain since the Reformation

Reconstructing the past: Academic, public and popular history

Sociology: Approaching the Crisis

Sociology in Practice

Visual Sociology

This degree prepares you for a wide range of careers where understanding people, communities and social change really matters. Throughout your course, you’ll build the research, communication, problem solving and project management skills employers look for.

You’ll have opportunities to take on placements and work experience in settings such as museums, archives, schools, local government, community organisations, charities, and heritage sites. These experiences help you apply what you’ve learned in real workplaces and explore career options before you graduate. You can also volunteer, study abroad or get involved in student representation and ambassador roles to strengthen your CV even further.

Graduates from History and Sociology go into a wide range of roles, especially those that involve working with people, solving problems, communicating ideas, and understanding society.

Recent graduates have gone into careers such as:

Social researcher

Community development worker

Youth worker

Heritage assistant

Civil servant

Marketing executive

Media researcher

Journalist

Human resources assistant

If you do choose to become a teacher you can train to teach

with a one-year Primary or Secondary PGCE

at Worcester.

Course highlights

A historic city

Worcester played a central role in the English Civil War and was the scene of its final battle. During your degree you can visit the cathedral library with its priceless collection of rare books and manuscripts.

Teaching and assessment

Teaching will be delivered through a combination of guided lectures, independent study and one-to-one tutoring sessions.

This joint honours course has been designed to prepare you for your future career, so evaluation is not all about exams. You’ll also be assessed through reports, document analyses, article and film reviews, presentations, book reviews, case study analyses and blogs.

Teaching and assessment contents

Teaching

Assessment

Feedback

Contact time

Independent study

Teaching staff

Programme specification

You will be taught through a mix of interactive lectures, student-led seminars, and workshops which focus on independent research, assessment writing skills, graduate employability, and lifelong learning. Lectures introduce you to key ideas, debates and real examples from both History and Sociology, while seminars give you the chance to share your views, discuss case studies and explore the topics that interest you most.

Staff are available for one‑to‑one tutorials throughout the semester, and you’ll meet regularly with your Personal Academic Tutor to reflect on your progress and plan your next steps.

Across the course, you’ll be encouraged to become an independent learner — someone who can research issues, think critically and manage projects with confidence. You’ll have access to support from Firstpoint, Library Services, and your course team, helping you build a strong profile of skills and experience that prepares you for both future study and your career.

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff points required: 104Typical Offer

Qualification

BTEC National Extended Diploma

We do accept Access to HE Diplomas and other qualifications

which may not exactly match the combinations above. Work out your estimated

points with the UCAS tariff calculator.

Mature students

International students

Any questions?

If you have any questions about entry requirements, please call our Admissions Office on 01905 855111 or email admissions@worc.ac.uk.

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Part-time

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Accommodation

UK and EU students

The standard fee for full-time home and EU undergraduate students on BA/BSc/LLB degrees and FdA/FdSc degrees in the academic year 2027/28 is £10,050 per year.

Tuition fees are reviewed annually and may increase each year for both new and continuing students.

more details on course fees, please visit our course fees page.

The standard tuition fee for full-time international students enrolling on BA/BSc/LLB degrees and FdA/FdSc degrees in the academic year 2027/28 is £17,700 per year.

How to apply

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Apply full-time

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Applying through UCAS

UCAS is the central

organisation through which applications are processed for full-time

undergraduate courses in the UK.

Read our how to apply pages for more information on the application process, or if you’d

like to apply for part-time study.

History and Sociology BA (Hons) - VL13Apply now

If you have any questions, please get in touch. We're here to help you every step of the way.

Professor Neil Fleming

Professor of Modern Historyn.fleming@worc.ac.uk

Dr Jenny Lewin-Jones

Senior Lecturer in Sociologyj.lewin-jones@worc.ac.uk

Admissions Officeadmissions@worc.ac.uk01905 855111

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Key facts

UCAS points

Mature students welcome

Start date and location

Sep 2027 - Worcester

UK and EU £10,050International £17,700

3 years full-time (part-time option available)

Placement available

Study abroad available

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