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Top 30
UK university
out of 123 institutions
Guardian University Guide 2026
Gold
highest award for teaching excellence
Teaching Excellence Framework 2023
6th
in the UK for 'teaching on my course'
National Student Survey 2025
Study History from the medieval to the present and access historic Chichester’s rich heritage sector
Research-led teaching
Learn from expert staff who are all active researchers in the fields they teach.
World-class heritage
Study in the historical city of Chichester with its leading galleries and museums.
Study global events
Focus on your favourite subjects and discover new aspects to explore.
Plan your future career
Dedicated work placement options help develop your employability and skills.
History Courses
Develop your research, analytical and critical-thinking skills and prepare for your future career. Our selection of degrees includes joint honours programmes with subjects from across the humanities.
Select a learning level
All
Undergraduate
Foundation Options
BA (Hons) History
This degree allows you to study history from the medieval period to the present day. It will offer you the opportunity to take a deep dive into different periods and allow you to build your interest as you progress.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) History
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
V100
Study history from around the world from the medieval period to the present day
Prepare for the world of work including teaching
Learn from experts in their fields
Gain from Chichester's rich culture of museums, archives and galleries
View course details
of BA (Hons) History
BA (Hons) History with Integrated Foundation Year
Builds your academic skills with a foundational first year before progressing onto the full degree programme. Ideal for those who don't meet the standard degree route entry requirements.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) History with Integrated Foundation Year
4 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
V106
Study history from around the world from the medieval period to the present day.
Prepare for the world of work including teaching
Learn from experts in their fields
Gain from Chichester's rich culture of museums, archives, and galleries
View course details
of BA (Hons) History with Integrated Foundation Year
BA (Hons) Medieval and Early Modern History
This degree will allow you the opportunity to specialise in medieval and early modern history gaining a deep understanding of these periods.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) Medieval and Early Modern History
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
V101
Study historical events and contexts from around the world, from the Middle Ages through to the end of the 17th century
Build your degree around your own research interests
Learn from experts in their fields
Smaller class sizes for better learning
View course details
of BA (Hons) Medieval and Early Modern History
BA (Hons) Politics and Contemporary History
Explore how contemporary historical and political events have shaped modern society.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) Politics and Contemporary History
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
VL12
Study politics both from a policy-oriented and an academic perspective
Examine significant events and periods from contemporary history
Learn from experts in their fields
Smaller class sizes for better learning
View course details
of BA (Hons) Politics and Contemporary History
BA (Hons) English Literature and History
Explore your passion for both literature and history as you analyse texts from a variety of contexts, time periods and authors.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) English Literature and History
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
VQ31
Critically engage with literature from around the world
Engage with historical debates from a variety of contexts
Learn from expert staff and expert researchers
Smaller class sizes for better learning
View course details
of BA (Hons) English Literature and History
BA (Hons) Creative Writing and History
Develop your skills as a writer and grow your ability to critically engage with historical debate.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) Creative Writing and History
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
VW18
Learn to write novels, poetry, screenplays, non-fiction and more
Gain critical insight into historical societies from a variety of contexts and time periods
Learn from published writers and expert researchers
Smaller class sizes for better learning
View course details
of BA (Hons) Creative Writing and History
International heritage and museum opportunities
Discover the historical heritage of Chichester and the surrounding area
Welcome to West Sussex where museums, galleries and pop-up exhibitions offer you a brilliant introduction to the heritage industry.
Students on all our history degrees gain an opportunity for a taster work experience module in one of the numerous heritage sites in and around Chichester. Alternatively, students are offered the chance for a University study abroad semester.
Expert teaching
High-quality teaching from tutors here to support you and your learning
Our teaching staff consistently receive outstanding National Student Survey scores, having received over 90% teaching satisfaction ratings every year for the last decade.
Expert teaching staff
Learn from experienced staff at the forefront of their fields
Dr Lorenza Gianfrancesco
Senior Lecturer in Early Modern History
Dr Lorenza Gianfrancesco is a cultural historian who investigates communication, propaganda and dissent in early modern southern Italy, with a particular focus on the city of Naples.
Professor Hugo Frey
Director of the Institute of Arts and Humanities
Professor Hugo Frey is a cultural and political historian whose research work focuses on twentieth century France and Francophone Europe with special emphasis on the politics of visual culture.
Alwyn W Turner
Senior Lecturer in History
Alwyn's interests lie primarily in the history of Britain in the second half of the 20th century, and particularly in the interaction between politics and popular culture.
View all staff
Work placements
Gain vital workplace experience within settings linked to your degree
Our dedicated work placement modules allow you to gain experience working in professional settings within your chosen area of study, such as archives, museums, local government, heritage sites, and many more.
Learn more
PhD study
Choose Chichester to develop your research specialism within History
The University of Chichester welcomes applications for doctorial candidates and those choosing to study with us benefit from working with specialists in their respective fields who have national and international reputations.
Learn more
Short courses
Learn from our experts with a Humanities short course
Looking to expand your knowledge without committing to a full degree programme? We offer a range of engaging short courses that cover a variety of topics within the field of Humanities.
Learn from our academic and research experts and benefit from the university's resources and facilities in an accessible learning environment.
View courses
In collaboration with
See our courses
Related subjects
Politics and International Relations
Our Politics and International Relations courses explore human nature, global issues, and ethical issues within society.
View details
of Politics and International Relations
English and Creative Writing
Discover a broad range of undergraduate degrees in creative writing and literary studies.
View details
of English and Creative Writing
Our address
University of Chichester,
College Lane,
Chichester,
West Sussex, PO19 6PE
View Map
Contact us
(+44) 01243 816000
help@chi.ac.uk
For visits
(+44) 01243 816000
Campus tours
visitus@chi.ac.uk
Open Days & Applicant Days
studyhere@chi.ac.uk
I’m looking for
Courses
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Skip to content
Home
History
History
Unlock the Past, Enrich Your Future
See our courses
History
Unlock the Past, Enrich Your Future
See our courses
Top 30
UK university
out of 123 institutions
Guardian University Guide 2026
Gold
highest award for teaching excellence
Teaching Excellence Framework 2023
6th
in the UK for 'teaching on my course'
National Student Survey 2025
Study History from the medieval to the present and access historic Chichester’s rich heritage sector
Research-led teaching
Learn from expert staff who are all active researchers in the fields they teach.
World-class heritage
Study in the historical city of Chichester with its leading galleries and museums.
Study global events
Focus on your favourite subjects and discover new aspects to explore.
Plan your future career
Dedicated work placement options help develop your employability and skills.
History Courses
Develop your research, analytical and critical-thinking skills and prepare for your future career. Our selection of degrees includes joint honours programmes with subjects from across the humanities.
Select a learning level
All
Undergraduate
Foundation Options
BA (Hons) History
This degree allows you to study history from the medieval period to the present day. It will offer you the opportunity to take a deep dive into different periods and allow you to build your interest as you progress.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) History
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
V100
Study history from around the world from the medieval period to the present day
Prepare for the world of work including teaching
Learn from experts in their fields
Gain from Chichester's rich culture of museums, archives and galleries
View course details
of BA (Hons) History
BA (Hons) History with Integrated Foundation Year
Builds your academic skills with a foundational first year before progressing onto the full degree programme. Ideal for those who don't meet the standard degree route entry requirements.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) History with Integrated Foundation Year
4 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
V106
Study history from around the world from the medieval period to the present day.
Prepare for the world of work including teaching
Learn from experts in their fields
Gain from Chichester's rich culture of museums, archives, and galleries
View course details
of BA (Hons) History with Integrated Foundation Year
BA (Hons) Medieval and Early Modern History
This degree will allow you the opportunity to specialise in medieval and early modern history gaining a deep understanding of these periods.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) Medieval and Early Modern History
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
V101
Study historical events and contexts from around the world, from the Middle Ages through to the end of the 17th century
Build your degree around your own research interests
Learn from experts in their fields
Smaller class sizes for better learning
View course details
of BA (Hons) Medieval and Early Modern History
BA (Hons) Politics and Contemporary History
Explore how contemporary historical and political events have shaped modern society.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) Politics and Contemporary History
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
VL12
Study politics both from a policy-oriented and an academic perspective
Examine significant events and periods from contemporary history
Learn from experts in their fields
Smaller class sizes for better learning
View course details
of BA (Hons) Politics and Contemporary History
BA (Hons) English Literature and History
Explore your passion for both literature and history as you analyse texts from a variety of contexts, time periods and authors.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) English Literature and History
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
VQ31
Critically engage with literature from around the world
Engage with historical debates from a variety of contexts
Learn from expert staff and expert researchers
Smaller class sizes for better learning
View course details
of BA (Hons) English Literature and History
BA (Hons) Creative Writing and History
Develop your skills as a writer and grow your ability to critically engage with historical debate.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) Creative Writing and History
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
VW18
Learn to write novels, poetry, screenplays, non-fiction and more
Gain critical insight into historical societies from a variety of contexts and time periods
Learn from published writers and expert researchers
Smaller class sizes for better learning
View course details
of BA (Hons) Creative Writing and History
International heritage and museum opportunities
Discover the historical heritage of Chichester and the surrounding area
Welcome to West Sussex where museums, galleries and pop-up exhibitions offer you a brilliant introduction to the heritage industry.
Students on all our history degrees gain an opportunity for a taster work experience module in one of the numerous heritage sites in and around Chichester. Alternatively, students are offered the chance for a University study abroad semester.
Expert teaching
High-quality teaching from tutors here to support you and your learning
Our teaching staff consistently receive outstanding National Student Survey scores, having received over 90% teaching satisfaction ratings every year for the last decade.
Expert teaching staff
Learn from experienced staff at the forefront of their fields
Dr Lorenza Gianfrancesco
Senior Lecturer in Early Modern History
Dr Lorenza Gianfrancesco is a cultural historian who investigates communication, propaganda and dissent in early modern southern Italy, with a particular focus on the city of Naples.
Professor Hugo Frey
Director of the Institute of Arts and Humanities
Professor Hugo Frey is a cultural and political historian whose research work focuses on twentieth century France and Francophone Europe with special emphasis on the politics of visual culture.
Alwyn W Turner
Senior Lecturer in History
Alwyn's interests lie primarily in the history of Britain in the second half of the 20th century, and particularly in the interaction between politics and popular culture.
View all staff
Work placements
Gain vital workplace experience within settings linked to your degree
Our dedicated work placement modules allow you to gain experience working in professional settings within your chosen area of study, such as archives, museums, local government, heritage sites, and many more.
Learn more
PhD study
Choose Chichester to develop your research specialism within History
The University of Chichester welcomes applications for doctorial candidates and those choosing to study with us benefit from working with specialists in their respective fields who have national and international reputations.
Learn more
Short courses
Learn from our experts with a Humanities short course
Looking to expand your knowledge without committing to a full degree programme? We offer a range of engaging short courses that cover a variety of topics within the field of Humanities.
Learn from our academic and research experts and benefit from the university's resources and facilities in an accessible learning environment.
View courses
In collaboration with
See our courses
Related subjects
Politics and International Relations
Our Politics and International Relations courses explore human nature, global issues, and ethical issues within society.
View details
of Politics and International Relations
English and Creative Writing
Discover a broad range of undergraduate degrees in creative writing and literary studies.
View details
of English and Creative Writing
Our address
University of Chichester,
College Lane,
Chichester,
West Sussex, PO19 6PE
View Map
Contact us
(+44) 01243 816000
help@chi.ac.uk
For visits
(+44) 01243 816000
Campus tours
visitus@chi.ac.uk
Open Days & Applicant Days
studyhere@chi.ac.uk
I’m looking for
Courses
Something else