16 Bachelor's degrees offered by the university

The English and History BA at University of Leicester brings together these two naturally complementary subjects by grouping modules in such a way that they support and enrich one another.

What ideas have transcended the ages? How has Antiquity impacted the world today? By studying a range of historical periods, in this Ancient History and History degree at the University of Leicester you will look at the ways in which the modern and ancient worlds are inextricably linked.

Delve into the ancient world through studying a combination of material culture and texts. Combining Ancient History and Archaeology, this degree at the University of Leicester gives you the ideal mix of practical, critical and intellectual skills to explore and tackle exciting themes and aspects of the past which are relevant today.

This Journalism with Creative Writing bachelor from University of Leicester will teach you core journalistic techniques and help you develop writing skills to deliver effective content across multiple platforms, while also encouraging your creative side.

Every political issue and structure has historical roots. By studying History and Politics side by side at the University of Leicester, you’ll learn how to analyse and untangle the past in order to tackle the problems facing society today.

Like John Keats, who compared his reading to 'travel...in the realms of gold', we recognise that exploration and discovery are at the heart of literary study. The English bachelor from University of Leicester puts a wide range of English literatures at your disposal, leading you from the Middle Ages to the globalised literature of the present day.

Gain in-depth knowledge of the French language and Francophone cultures throughout the world, at the same time as you continue to develop your knowledge of English literature and language studies with this French and English degree at the University of Leicester.

Imperialist titans, gladiatorial battles, and the political skulduggery of Ancient Greece – the ancient world is truly fascinating. In this Ancient History degree at the University of Leicester, you’ll come face-to-face with the societies and cultures of antiquity, take one step closer to unravelling the past, and prepare yourself for a career in the modern world.

In this English with Creative Writing bachelor delivered by University of Leicester we’ll teach you how to analyse some of the most inspirational texts ever set to paper – and how to write them too. Combining the study of English literature with the craft of creative writing, you’ll learn how to read and write across genres, from fiction to creative non-fiction, and from poetry to screenwriting.

In this International Relations and History bachelor from University of Leicester you’ll explore the link between history and international relations, and learn how to tackle the most important issues facing world politics.

There’s a natural and well-established connection between Journalism and English and this course allows you to study both subject areas equally in a complementary experience, developing a critical understanding of the key concepts, theories and debates around both Journalism and English.  

During the History and Archaeology bachelor from University of Leicester you’ll dig deeper into the sources and material evidence of the past.

Modern history, contemporary politics and international relations. How has each field shaped the other? And what can this interaction tell us about events today? We don’t have to look back too far to find the answers, and this Modern and Contemporary History BA bachelor delivered by University of Leicester can take you there.

This History and American Studies bachelor from University of Leicester  brings together two popular and exciting subjects. Combine the excellence of our Centre for American Studies – one of the top 10 places in the UK to learn American Studies* - with the world-leading research of our History experts.

This History degree bachelor from University of Leicester gets stuck into a wide range of historical periods to help you better grasp how history is made, viewed and discussed.

When it comes to understanding the past, two disciplines are often better than one. In this Ancient History and Classical Archaeology (Distance Learning) bachelor from University of Leicester, you’ll study the ancient and classical worlds through both textual and material remains, with the added flexibility of working from home.