This history course allows you to focus upon the vibrant and dynamic cultures of Russia and South East Europe.
In history you will choose from an extensive range of modules, including options in Russian and Eastern European history. In the East European cultural studies part of your degree you will study the societies, histories, politics and cultures of the territory of Eastern Europe and Russia from the Byzantine period to the 21st century. Early modules will introduce you to a range of topics and you may specialise in those that interest you most as you progress in your studies. Optional modules include topics in the literature, cinema, popular culture and history of Russia and South-East Europe, with a particular focus on the region that was formerly Yugoslavia.
If you wish, you may learn a Slavonic language: Russian and Serbian/Croatian are both offered from beginners’ level. Language study is optional and this degree does not include a year abroad.
By the end of your course you will have acquired a breadth of knowledge across the periods of history you have chosen to study, as well as a thorough grounding in the techniques and theories used by historians. You will also have specialist knowledge of the histories and cultures of Russia and South-East Europe, which are increasingly important contexts for international diplomacy, politics and business. Your transferable skills will include the ability to plan and carry out research, to analyse texts and other information critically and to communicate and present ideas effectively. You may also be able to offer expertise in a less widely taught language.
Course Details - Modules
Throughout your course you will split your study time equally between modules taught by the Department of History and the Department of Russian and Slavonic Studies.
In year one you take the core module Learning History which introduces you to the skills and methodologies of historical research, together with a choice of modules from the early medieval period to the 20th century. In East European Cultural Studies, you will choose from a range of optional modules introducing the history and culture of Russia, the Soviet Union, and the Balkan region. You may also choose to begin learning Russian or Serbian/Croatian.
In year two you will be able to choose from a wide array of optional history modules, covering an extremely wide chronological and geographical range. In East European Cultural Studies the range of options at this level includes a broad coverage of cultural studies, literature and history. You will also be able to start or continue with the study of Russian or Serbian/Croatian.
In your final year you will select a Special Subject in history as well as choosing from a wide range of specialist optional modules. In East European Cultural Studies you will be encouraged to specialise in subjects of particular interest to you, including the option to write a dissertation under specialist supervision.
Placement and volunteering opportunities are available in the Department of History, and the School of Cultures, Languages and Area Studies and the, as well as via the Nottingham Advantage Award.
You can also spend time overseas through the University of Nottingham Study Abroad programme.
Course Details – Assessment Method
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Course Details – Professional Bodies
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
VRD7
Institution code:
N84
Campus Name:
University Park Campus
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Including History.
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Sottish Advanced Highers at grades AB including History.
Pass with 60 credits overall; 45 at level 3. Of the 45 credits, at least 21 should be graded Merit or above and this must include 9 credits of History graded Distinction.
Including History. This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Scottish Higher grades ABBBB.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels. A Level History (or UoN accepted equivalent) required.
If you have already achieved your EPQ at Grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject.
If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.
Including 5 points in History at Higher Level.
This qualification is considered alongside A Level History grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent).
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels. A Level History (or UoN accepted equivalent) required.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels. A Level History (or UoN accepted equivalent) required.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels. A Level History grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent).
Including History.
European Baccalaureate - 75% overall including 8.0 in History.
GCSE requirements – English grade C (numeric grade 4)
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
55%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
90%
Go onto work and study:
100%
Fees and funding
Republic of Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
EU
20000.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
International
20000.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
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Provider information
University Park
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Nottingham
NG7 2RD
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