History (Hons) University of Derby

Overview

At the History (Hons) degree from University of Derby , you will explore the broad sweep of British, European and global history from the Renaissance to the twenty-first century

Key Facts

• You will use your research and creative skills to interpret the past for the benefit of the wider community. We provide exciting opportunities for projects involving international arts and heritage organisations. Among recent initiatives, our students have worked with Derby Museums in thinking about the communication of the past to a wider public.
• You will also inspire others by organising and marketing a public conference and presenting your research to a wider audience. Topics explored at previous conferences have included the experience of British prisoners-of-war during the First World War, the misreporting of the death of Karl Marx, and the emergence of a new French national identity following the revolution.

Careers

• At Derby you will gain attributes beyond those traditionally associated with History graduates. You will not only build your academic capabilities but also apply your historical knowledge to the workplace. We encourage you to develop skills in areas such as presentation and teamworking, which will help you stand out in the job market.
• You can approach your future career with confidence: latest Unistats figures show that 92% of our students were in work or further study six months after completing their course.