Undergraduate courses in history

Take a deeper look at the past around us

Our part-time undergraduate courses in history and local history are designed for adult learners with busy lives, who come from a variety of backgrounds.

We offer courses for beginners who have a passion in history but no formal qualifications, to more advanced programmes that can be used to progress your career. Whether you're just returning to study, or are a committed lifelong learner – we have a flexible, part-time course for you. Browse our courses below.

 

Undergraduate Certificate in History

Undergraduate Certificate in History

Equivalent to the first year of a full-time undergraduate history degree at Oxford University, this two-year part-time course introduces key historical periods and builds a strong foundation for further study.

Undergraduate Diploma in English Social and Local History

Undergraduate Diploma in English Social and Local History

Equivalent to second-year undergraduate study, this two-year part-time course explores English society from the early medieval era to the twentieth century, tracing how religion, reform, empire and industry shaped everyday life.

Undergraduate Advanced Diploma in Local History

Undergraduate Advanced Diploma in Local History

Equivalent to third-year undergraduate study, this one-year part-time online Advanced Diploma helps you develop your skills and methodology in researching local, regional and social history.