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History with Year Abroad

Learn more about studying History with Year Abroad as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    9,250GBP
  • Start date
    Sep
  • University ranking
    #87

Program overview

What the University of Southampton says about their program:

History with Year Abroad is a programme offered at University of Southampton. The programme provides a structured pathway for students who want to study this subject area in a higher education setting.

Delivered as part of the broader academic offering at University of Southampton, History with Year Abroad is designed to support students through a balanced mix of taught content and applied learning. The programme aims to build subject knowledge alongside transferable skills that students can carry into further study or work.

Students enrolled on History with Year Abroad benefit from the wider learning environment at University of Southampton, including the academic support and student services available across the institution. The programme is intended to give a clear, supported route through the chosen field of study.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • You must be a national of, or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in a country recognized for English language proficiency.
  • You can demonstrate professional work experience in English for at least 2 years, requiring a professional reference letter.
  • You must have completed an undergraduate degree taught and assessed in English within 2 years prior to enrollment at the University of Southampton.

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

English proficiency waivers

  • You’re a national of, or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in, one of the countries recognised for English language proficiency.
  • You have completed an undergraduate degree taught and assessed in English up to 2 years preceding the date of first enrolment at the University of Southampton.

Documents required

  • Professional reference letter (if applicable)
  • Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
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Scholarships at University of Southampton

  • International Merit Scholarships

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    Merit-based fee reductions for high-achieving undergraduate and postgraduate international students at Southampton. Eligible students are awarded automatically.

  • Southampton Arts and Humanities Deans Global Talent Scholarship

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    Competitive international scholarship for undergraduate and postgraduate Arts and Humanities applicants, with awards worth £10,000.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

University of Southampton provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. University of Southampton encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

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What is the cost of living near University of Southampton?

Category Cost  (in British Pound Sterling)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre£1,045
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre£817
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)£135
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)£34
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)£13· UK average
Monthly public transport pass£66
Monthly grocery basket£145
Coffee shop drink£4
Cinema or cultural event ticket£11
Gym membership£31

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for the University of Southampton

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at University of Southampton.

UK student visa requirements