
History and American Studies BA (Hons)
Course Overview - History and American Studies BA (Hons)
Our History and American Studies BA 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.
You will chart the history of America since its beginnings as an independent state all the way through to the modern day. Along the way, you will study the diverse people, ideas and events that have shaped the nation. Political, cultural and economic factors will all be discussed and you will learn how all of th...
Our History and American Studies BA 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.<br/><br/>You will chart the history of America since its beginnings as an independent state all the way through to the modern day. Along the way, you will study the diverse people, ideas and events that have shaped the nation. Political, cultural and economic factors will all be discussed and you will learn how all of these contribute to the shaping of one of the most influential countries in the world.<br/><br/>You can pursue modules in American history, politics, and culture whilst also studying aspects of British, European and global history. This degree allows you to study American politics and culture in ways that will complement and extend your understanding of both American and world history.<br/><br/>You will also have the exciting option to immerse yourself in American culture by spending a year of accredited study at one of our partner institutions in the USA, including universities in New York, Florida, Texas, California and many other destinations across the country.<br/><br/>*The Guardian University Guide 2021
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
Unknown
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
VT17
Institution Code
L34
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
A,B,B,B,B
Access to HE Diploma
D:30
Pass Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information and eligibility: study@le.ac.uk
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
Please contact the Admissions Team for further information and eligibility: study@le.ac.uk
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H2,H2,H3
Qualification accepted. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information and eligibility: study@le.ac.uk
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered alongside other qualifications
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B,B
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M2,M2
Extended Project
Considered alongside other qualifications
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered alongside other qualifications
A level
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Considered alongside other qualifications
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