History BA Honours
UCAS Code: V100 (3 Years)

All candidates are considered on an individual basis. If your qualifications are not listed here, please see our additional entry requirements web pages to find out which other qualifications are considered. 

+ A Levels

AAA-AAB including A in History. Applicants offering a Modern Language are welcomed. General Studies accepted.

+ Scottish Qualifications

AAAAA-AAABB at Higher Grade including History at Grade A. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted.

+ International Baccalaureate

Between 35 and 37 points. History required at Higher Level, at grade 6 or above.

+ Irish Leaving Certificate

Normally A1A1A1AA-A1A1A1B1B at Higher Level, to include Grade A History. All applications considered on an individual basis.

+ Access Qualifications

Level 3 units in Historical Studies or Social Sciences desirable. At least 30 level 3 credits at Distinction and in addition at least 15 level 3 credits at a minimum of Merit. Study Skills not included.

+ BTEC Level 5 HND

Applicants will be considered on an individual basis.

+ BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

Applicants will be considered on an individual basis.

+ Cambridge Pre-U

D3,D3,D3-D3,D3,M2 in Principal Subjects including History at D3.

+ PARTNERS - A Levels

ABB usually including History. (AS Level History required if not offered at A Level). Applicants offering a modern language are welcomed. General Studies accepted.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

+ PARTNERS - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

Applicants will be considered on an individual basis.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

+ English Language Requirements

For this degree you will need a minimum score of IELTS 7.0 or equivalent.

Find out more about our English language admission requirements and English language support courses offered by INTO Newcastle University.

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