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  3. History and Politics BA

History and Politics BA

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The University of Sheffield | Sheffield
Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber
Duration
3 years
Fee / year
GBP $23,810
A-Level Requirement
AAB
Intake
September

About the Course

Field of Study (2)

Major / Specialisation

  • History
Arts and Humanities
QS#82•UK#18
History
QS#101 - #150•UK#19

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Studying in Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber

Sir Frederick Mappin Building primarily housing the Department of Mechanical Engineering industrialist and benefactor
Sir Frederick Mappin Building primarily housing the Department of Mechanical Engineering industrialist and benefactor
Medical School is a prominent part of focused on medicine, dentistry, and healthcare
Medical School is a prominent part of focused on medicine, dentistry, and healthcare
The Sir David Read Controlled contains 68 individual rooms and chambers, capable of simulating virtually
The Sir David Read Controlled contains 68 individual rooms and chambers, capable of simulating virtually
The Art Tower is home to the university's art-related departments, providing studio space, seminar rooms, and offices
The Art Tower is home to the university's art-related departments, providing studio space, seminar rooms, and offices
Department of Music is hosts concerts, masterclasses, workshops, and seminars featuring guest artists and scholars
Department of Music is hosts concerts, masterclasses, workshops, and seminars featuring guest artists and scholars
The Soundhouse purpose-built, state-of-the-art facility for instrumental lessons, practice and sound recording
The Soundhouse purpose-built, state-of-the-art facility for instrumental lessons, practice and sound recording
The auditorium is likely to host a range of events related to social sciences, including guest lectures, presentations
The auditorium is likely to host a range of events related to social sciences, including guest lectures, presentations
Structures and Mechanics Lab practical teaching to support students learn about mechanical components
Structures and Mechanics Lab practical teaching to support students learn about mechanical components
The Diamond equipped with specialized laboratories & workshops for engineering & providing hands-on experience
The Diamond equipped with specialized laboratories & workshops for engineering & providing hands-on experience
The Diamond is a state-of-the-art facility particularly focused on engineering and related disciplines
The Diamond is a state-of-the-art facility particularly focused on engineering and related disciplines
The Wave is an initiative within the Faculty of Social Sciences and research center that aims to address global societal
The Wave is an initiative within the Faculty of Social Sciences and research center that aims to address global societal
Alfred Denny Museum boasts an eclectic collection of biological and zoological specimens
Alfred Denny Museum boasts an eclectic collection of biological and zoological specimens
Jessop West is Department of Architecture and the Department providing a conducive environment for teaching
Jessop West is Department of Architecture and the Department providing a conducive environment for teaching
Jessop West hallway itself is an example of contemporary architecture, featuring innovative design elements
Jessop West hallway itself is an example of contemporary architecture, featuring innovative design elements
Firth Court is one of the most iconic and historic buildings serves as the administrative hub of the university
Firth Court is one of the most iconic and historic buildings serves as the administrative hub of the university
Student Union Building plays a crucial role in representing student interests and providing a platform for student voices
Student Union Building plays a crucial role in representing student interests and providing a platform for student voices
It includes a well-equipped gym with cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and free weights
It includes a well-equipped gym with cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and free weights
The centre has a substantial capacity, able to hold up to 1,200 people, which makes it suitable for larger events
The centre has a substantial capacity, able to hold up to 1,200 people, which makes it suitable for larger events
The Western Bank Library, is one of the main libraries including important research materials and special archives
The Western Bank Library, is one of the main libraries including important research materials and special archives
Information Common Library provides access to a vast collection of books, journals, and online resources
Information Common Library provides access to a vast collection of books, journals, and online resources
Information Common as a central resource hub are combining library services with modern study spaces and technology
Information Common as a central resource hub are combining library services with modern study spaces and technology
Weston Park is a popular spot for students, staff, and locals to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings
Weston Park is a popular spot for students, staff, and locals to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings
Concourse is a central area that serves as a hub for students, providing a lively space for socializing & studying
Concourse is a central area that serves as a hub for students, providing a lively space for socializing & studying
Common Area offers a variety of study environments, quiet study areas, group study rooms & collaborative workspaces
Common Area offers a variety of study environments, quiet study areas, group study rooms & collaborative workspaces
A great place to hang out in the heart of Endcliffe, with a great range of food and drink available
A great place to hang out in the heart of Endcliffe, with a great range of food and drink available
The Edge Hub is a comfy place to study, with sofas, computers, printers, drink-making facilities
The Edge Hub is a comfy place to study, with sofas, computers, printers, drink-making facilities
The Village Store is a nice little shop open to students and the public where you can top up your essentials
The Village Store is a nice little shop open to students and the public where you can top up your essentials
The Wave Lounge providing a relaxed environment for socializing, studying, and informal meetings
The Wave Lounge providing a relaxed environment for socializing, studying, and informal meetings
The Green Room, where you can hang out with friends, watch movies, study in peace
The Green Room, where you can hang out with friends, watch movies, study in peace
The University Arms offers a range of food and drink options, including a menu of pub classics
The University Arms offers a range of food and drink options, including a menu of pub classics
The center has a large, modern swimming pool with lanes for recreational and competitive swimming
The center has a large, modern swimming pool with lanes for recreational and competitive swimming
Norton Sports Park includes several well-maintained grass and artificial turf pitches suitable for various sports
Norton Sports Park includes several well-maintained grass and artificial turf pitches suitable for various sports
The Goodwin Sports Centre is the main sports and fitness facility offers a wide range of sports and recreational facilities
The Goodwin Sports Centre is the main sports and fitness facility offers a wide range of sports and recreational facilities
There are several squash courts available for booking
There are several squash courts available for booking
Ranmoor is situated providing a peaceful residential environment with good access to local amenities and parks
Ranmoor is situated providing a peaceful residential environment with good access to local amenities and parks
Ranmoor have private rooms with en-suite bathrooms in shared flats
Ranmoor have private rooms with en-suite bathrooms in shared flats
Ranmoor on-site laundry services
Ranmoor on-site laundry services
The Ridge at Ranmoor, our 24/7 fitness suite contains all the exercise equipment you need
The Ridge at Ranmoor, our 24/7 fitness suite contains all the exercise equipment you need
Ranmoor have self-contained living spaces with kitchen facilities
Ranmoor have self-contained living spaces with kitchen facilities
Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber (City)
The University of Sheffield
QS#105•UK#17
  • Location : Sheffield, South Yorkshire
  • Nearby : Arts Tower (At 22 storeys, one of the UK's tallest academic buildings and a convenient landmark when navigating the campus). Firth Court (One of the oldest and most distinctive buildings on campus. Opened in 1905, it originally housed most of the departments in the University).
  • Getting here : Public transport via tram (Direct trams from Sheffield station to the University of Sheffield run every 12 minutes. From the station get on a Blue route service towards Malin Bridge and arrive at the University in under 10 minutes). via bus (Sheffield has two bus interchanges (bus stations) located on Arundel Gate and Pond Street. Buses from these areas to the University take between 10 and 20 minutes)
  • Faculties : Home to 5 faculties Arts and Humanities, Engineering, Health, Science and Social Science
  • The University of Sheffield is a public research university in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England. Its history traces back to the foundation of Sheffield Medical School in 1828, Firth College in 1879 and Sheffield Technical School in 1884.

Entry Requirement

Requirements & Prerequisites

Minimum Requirements

A Level
AAB
Indicative only, lower grades may be eligible.
Guide only, subject to change

Entry Requirements Details

ABB, typically including A in History or Classical Civilisation + B in a relevant EPQ; ABB, typically including A in History or Classical Civilisation + B in Core Maths, GCSE Maths grade 4/C

English Language Requirement

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IELTS
7 (6.5)
Pearson (PTE)
67 (61)
*W = Writing, L = Listening, S = Speaking, R = Reading

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Study Cost & Duration

Tuition Fee

Fee / year
GBP $23,810*
*Fees are reviewed annually and subject to change for the upcoming year.
Intake
September
Duration
3 years

Living Cost in Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber

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Living costs with rent

Below GBP $1,100 / month
Rent / month
GBP £300 - £500
Private room within 1.5 km from campus
Meals & Groceries
Eat out 2 meals / day + GBP $100
Transportation
Public transport pass
Mobile Plan
Monthly data plan
Entertainment
Movie per adult (x 1 ticket)

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University Intakes

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September 2025 Intake
31 January
September 2025 Intake
30 June
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