History degrees abroad
History is the study of events, people, attitudes and beliefs throughout time. As a history student, you’ll be tasked with analyzing the legacies of these episodes and individuals in today’s world.
In most countries across the globe, our modern lives are very different from those of our ancestors. You’ll research various historical periods and topics, formulate questions, and offer answers as to why contemporary society looks the way it does.
One of the best ways to study history is to experience a country’s culture, sites and cities first-hand; that’s why studying abroad is such a great idea. By immersing yourself in the history of another country, you’ll gain a more comprehensive and authentic understanding of the subject.


History program structure
You can study history at associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels of study. At undergraduate level, you can often choose to study history alongside another related subject as part of a joint-honours course.
History is taught across the world so there are plenty of opportunities to specialize in particular areas. However, programs will usually be focused around the history of the country you’re studying in. It’s important to bear this in mind if you’re interested in the history of a specific country.
If you choose to study in the US, you’ll probably select a major in history. The American higher education model outlines that you must first complete two years of general education before specializing in history for the final two years of your program.
Although the exact content and structure of your program will depend on your university, most history courses are delivered through lectures, seminars and tutorials. You will probably be assessed through a combination of essays, exams and presentations. Most history programs will cover the following topics:
- Historical approaches and concepts
- Why history matters
- The Middle Ages
- Making of the modern world 1500-1800
- Historical warfare
- Political history
Types of history degrees
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History study abroad programs
History undergraduate programs
Bachelor's in history
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International Relations: Politics and History - BA Jacobs University, Germany
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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24,340 USD
Fee in university's local currency 20,000 EUR
- Start date
- October
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History - BA/BSc University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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27,000 USD
Fee in university's local currency 27,000 USD
- Start date
- January, June, August
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Ancient and Medieval History - BA University of Birmingham, UK
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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25,600 USD
Fee in university's local currency 18,700 GBP
- Start date
- September
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History - BA Baylor University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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44,544 USD
Fee in university's local currency 44,544 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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Geography (Teacher Certification in Social Studies, Grades 7-12: History Minor and Political Science Third Field) - BSc Texas State University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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15,164 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,164 USD
- Start date
- January, August
Associate in history
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History (Direct Transfer) - AA North Seattle College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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9,687 USD
Fee in university's local currency 9,687 USD
- Start date
- September, January, April, June
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History (for Transfer) - AA Berkeley City College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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7,950 USD
Fee in university's local currency 7,950 USD
- Start date
- August, January, June
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History (for Transfer) - AA Laney College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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7,950 USD
Fee in university's local currency 7,950 USD
- Start date
- August, January, June
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History - AA Seattle Central College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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9,687 USD
Fee in university's local currency 9,687 USD
- Start date
- September, January, April, June
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Music History - AA South Seattle College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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9,687 USD
Fee in university's local currency 9,687 USD
- Start date
- September, January, April, June
Certificate in history
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Natural History and Resources - Cert Merritt College, USA
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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7,950 USD
Fee in university's local currency 7,950 USD
- Start date
- August, January, June
Pathway in history
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English & History (Foundation) - FD Leeds Beckett University, UK
- Program type
- Undergraduate pathway
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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14,922 USD
Fee in university's local currency 10,900 GBP
- Start date
- January, September
History graduate programs
Master's in history
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Music - History and Literature - MM Texas State University, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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15,034 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,034 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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Irish History - MA (with foundation) Maynooth University, Ireland
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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17,038 USD
Fee in university's local currency 14,000 EUR
- Start date
- September, January, June
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History - MA Long Island University Post, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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44,100 USD
Fee in university's local currency 44,100 USD
- Start date
- January, September
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Public History - MA Duquesne University, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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23,112 USD
Fee in university's local currency 23,112 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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The History of Africa and the African Diaspora - MA University of Chichester, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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8,898 USD
Fee in university's local currency 6,500 GBP
- Start date
- September
Doctorate in history
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History - PhD Central Michigan University, USA
- Program type
- Doctorate
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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15,300 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,300 USD
- Start date
- May, August
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Medieval Irish - PhD (with foundation) Maynooth University, Ireland
- Program type
- Doctorate
- Duration
- 5 years
- Annual tuition fee
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17,038 USD
Fee in university's local currency 14,000 EUR
- Start date
- September, January, June
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History and Politics - PhD University of Chichester, UK
- Program type
- Doctorate
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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19,097 USD
Fee in university's local currency 13,950 GBP
- Start date
- September
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Archaeology and History of Art - PhD Koç University, Turkey
- Program type
- Doctorate
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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0 USD
Fee in university's local currency 0 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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Area Studies, History, Politics and Literature - PhD University of Portsmouth, UK
- Program type
- Doctorate
- Duration
- 6 years
- Annual tuition fee
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11,157 USD
Fee in university's local currency 8,150 GBP
- Start date
- October, February
Certificate in history
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Secondary History - PGCert Bath Spa University, UK
- Program type
- Postgraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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18,208 USD
Fee in university's local currency 13,300 GBP
- Start date
- January, September
Pathway in history
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Women and Gender History Pre-Master's - PGP Kingston University, UK
- Program type
- Postgraduate pathway
- Duration
- 8 months
- Annual tuition fee
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13,005 USD
Fee in university's local currency 9,500 GBP
- Start date
- January, April
Future history careers
As a history graduate, you will have gained a number of transferable skills that are well-respected by employers. Your ability to research, offer analysis and engage with critical thought will open many doors for you in the world of work, including the following roles:
- Teacher
- Civil servant
- Researcher
- Journalist
- Curator
- Archivist
- Academic librarian
It’s a good idea to consider improving your employability alongside studying. Most universities will have a career service that can point you in the direction of internship and work-experience opportunities that will strengthen your CV.
