German and History BA
AAB at A level, A in A Level History and grade B in German; graduates earn a median £27,500 three years on.
Typical A level offer
AAB
A in A Level History and grade B in German · 100% of entrants came with A levels · 95% stay on after year 1 · Warwick course page, Discover Uni
Year 13 · applying
What do you need to get in?
AABtypical A level offer; aab to include grade a in a level history and grade b in german. aab to include grade a in a level history and a level grade b or gcse grade a/7 in a modern or classical language.
Typical offer — the grades most applicants are asked for. A contextual offer can be lower for applicants from under-represented backgrounds; none is published for this course.
Warwick course page, read 19 September 2026 · Discover Uni entry profile
- 1A in A Level History and grade B in German
- 2A in A Level History and A Level grade B or GCSE grade A/7 in a modern or classical language
Who actually got in: 100% with A levels. Based on 10 entrants.
Other qualifications4
| Qualification | Typical offer | Required subjects |
|---|---|---|
| IB | 34 points34 to include 6 in Higher Level History and 5 in Higher Level German. 34 to include 6 in Higher Level History, and 5 at Higher Level or GCSE grade A/7 in a modern or classical language. | 6 in Higher Level History and 5 in Higher Level German; 6 in Higher Level History, and 5 at Higher Level or GCSE grade A/7 in a modern or classical language |
| BTEC | —We welcome applications from students taking a BTEC alongside A level History and A level German. We welcome applications from students taking a BTEC alongside two A levels, including A level History | — |
| Advanced Highers | AAAA in two Advanced Highers in History and German, where you have achieved ABB/BBB in three further Highers subjects. A in Advanced Higher History and B in Advanced Higher German, where you have achiev | — |
| Access | 45 Credits at Level 3, including Distinction in 33 Level 3 credits and Merit in We will consider applicants returning to study who are presenting a QAA-recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma on a case-by-case basis. Typically, we require 45 Credits at Level 3, including Di | — |
Years 1–4
What do you study?
2compulsory modules in year 1, 8 optional
Compulsory modules this year: arts & humanities 42% · transversal skills 22% · language & communication 20% · social & cultural skills 16%.
Module — one course unit, usually a term or a year long; “core” means everyone takes it. One UK credit is about ten hours of study; a full year is 120 credits.
Warwick course page · optional modules vary by year
Year 1 · 2 core, 8 optional · 60 credits ≈ 600 hours
- Provincial - Pariah - Powerhouse: Reading German-language Culture in a Global Perspective
What you learn (8)
- identify distinctive features of other cultures
- use the target language to understand cultural material
- describe features of a foreign culture and society
- explain how historical turning points shaped German identity and global culture
- describe conventions of different literary and media genres studied
- discuss topics using sources from various media in formal and informal contexts
- evaluate primary texts and secondary literature critically
- apply knowledge from lectures and seminars to conduct independent research
- Making of the Modern World
What you learn (13)
- identify different theoretical and conceptual frameworks used in historical study
- describe key historiographical debates relevant to the modern era
- explain major historical processes of the later modern period from a global perspective
- use appropriate historical terminology to discuss modern events
- identify a variety of primary sources relevant to historical study
- collaborate effectively with others on shared tasks
- identify factors that influence team performance
- formulate a clear focus for essay and project assignments
- gather relevant data from multiple sources
- communicate research findings clearly and effectively
- articulate an independent perspective on contemporary political issues
- produce a structured academic essay meeting university standards
- interpret academic texts to extract key arguments and evidence
8 optional modules
- Modern German Language I
What you learn (8)
- apply core rules of German grammar accurately
- use grammar reference resources to verify syntax
- explain difficulties of translating German into English
- apply a range of translation strategies to German texts
- proofread written work for grammatical and lexical accuracy
- identify likely syntactic and lexical pitfalls when reading German
- communicate orally in German on familiar topics
- write in German on familiar topics
- Modern German Language 1 (Accelerated Beginners)
What you learn (13)
- produce written texts in german
- interpret written german texts
- compare features across languages through translation
- identify specific grammar and syntax problems in german
- discuss solutions to grammar and syntax issues
- distinguish language variations and registers in german
- identify intercultural differences between german and english-speaking contexts
- discuss intercultural issues in german-speaking contexts
- apply basic german grammar structures accurately
- adapt grammar use to different contexts
- use appropriate register in different communicative situations
- understand spoken german across varied topics
- communicate orally in german on diverse topics
- A History of the United States
What you learn (8)
- describe major themes in United States history across four centuries
- relate historical patterns of change and continuity to the present-day United States
- identify key debates among historians about interpreting US history
- analyse primary documents to extract meaning and evidence
- deliver an oral presentation on a historical topic
- formulate a focused essay question on a historical topic
- compile a bibliography from varied relevant sources
- present research findings in a clear and effective format
- History and Politics of the Modern Middle East
What you learn (11)
- describe the historical development of the modern Middle East
- explain the political structures of modern Middle Eastern states
- discuss popular struggles for political freedom and economic rights in the region
- identify key conceptual approaches used in Middle East studies
- discuss historiographical debates relevant to the region
- identify different types of primary sources relevant to Middle East history
- analyse primary materials to draw historical conclusions
- deliver an oral presentation on a historical or political topic
- formulate a focused essay question for independent research
- gather relevant data from diverse sources
- present research findings clearly and effectively
- Latin America: Themes and Problems (EUTOPIA)
What you learn (9)
- describe major themes in Latin American history
- identify theoretical and conceptual approaches used in the field
- describe key historiographical debates in Latin American history
- identify relevant primary sources for historical analysis
- analyse primary sources related to Latin American history
- deliver an oral presentation on a historical topic
- formulate a focused essay question on a historical topic
- gather relevant data from varied sources for an essay
- present research findings in a clear written format
- Mind, Body, and Society: The History of Medicine and Health
What you learn (8)
- explain key concepts in the history of medicine and health
- identify major historiographical debates in medical history
- locate relevant primary sources and online resources for historical research
- analyse primary materials in relation to historical topics
- deliver an oral presentation to communicate historical findings
- formulate a focused essay question on a historical topic
- gather relevant data from varied sources to support an argument
- present research findings clearly in written form
- A History of Africa from 1800
What you learn (11)
- describe key themes in African history since 1800
- explain Africa's role within broader global historical trends
- identify interdisciplinary approaches used to study African history since 1800
- discuss historiographical debates drawing on anthropology and political science
- locate and use primary sources, including online materials, relevant to African history
- evaluate the use of oral history and oral tradition as historical evidence
- collaborate effectively with peers during seminar discussions
- communicate ideas clearly in group settings
- formulate a focused essay question on an African history topic
- gather relevant data from varied sources to support an argument
- present research findings in a clear and structured format
- Britain in the Twentieth Century: A Social History
What you learn (9)
- explain theoretical interpretations of gender and race in modern British society
- identify major historiographical debates on twentieth-century Britain
- describe key scholarly contributions shaping interpretations of British history
- identify primary sources relevant to British history
- analyse historical documents to extract meaning and evidence
- deliver an oral presentation on a historical topic
- formulate a focused essay topic for historical research
- compile a bibliography from relevant historical sources
- present research findings effectively in written form
Year 2 · 2 core, 13 optional · 60 credits ≈ 600 hours
- Modern German Language II
What you learn (11)
- apply advanced grammar rules accurately in German
- produce advanced written texts in German
- interpret a variety of German document types
- analyse translation challenges involving syntax, register and idiom
- translate texts between German and English
- communicate fluently and idiomatically in spoken German
- interpret spoken German accurately
- describe aspects of contemporary German society and culture
- explain intercultural issues linked to German culture
- proof-read German texts systematically for accuracy
- apply independent strategies to continue learning German
- Modern German Language 2 (Post Beginners)
What you learn (15)
- write short texts in German accurately
- read and interpret German texts
- translate texts between German and English
- identify specific problems of German grammar and syntax
- discuss solutions to grammar and syntax problems in German
- distinguish different varieties and registers of German
- apply basic German grammatical structures accurately
- use grammatical structures appropriately in different contexts
- use appropriate registers in German communication
- comprehend spoken German on a wide range of topics
- communicate orally in German on a wide range of topics
- identify intercultural differences between German and English-speaking contexts
- discuss intercultural issues relevant to German-speaking countries
- demonstrate sufficient German proficiency for academic study abroad
- demonstrate sufficient German proficiency for workplace placement
13 optional modules
- The Strange World of Franz Kafka's Short Stories
What you learn (3)
- evaluate formal and stylistic features of Kafka's short prose
- situate Kafka's stories within their social and historical context
- evaluate Kafka's influence on modern German literature using scholarly sources
- Film in the Weimar Republic and under National Socialism
What you learn (3)
- evaluate the evolution of cinematic form across the Weimar and Nazi eras
- relate selected films to their historical and political background
- explain how film served as an instrument of cultural policy under different regimes
- Violent Women in the German Cultural Imagination
What you learn (7)
- describe recurring motifs in depictions of violent women in German culture
- exemplify links between debates on female violence and broader socio-political events
- evaluate the cultural significance of debates surrounding female violence
- demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences when interpreting foreign texts
- describe key features of a foreign culture and society
- analyse primary and secondary texts written in the target language
- apply disciplinary research methods relevant to cultural studies
- History of Germany, from Bismarck to the Berlin Republic
What you learn (6)
- manage own workload to meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- describe the overall development of modern German history
- present historical arguments effectively to varied audiences
- interpret a wide range of primary sources on German history
- formulate original historical interpretations from source analysis
- evaluate the contributions of existing historical scholarship
- Out of the Ghetto: Jewish history of culture and life from 1650 to today
What you learn (7)
- describe scholarly interpretations of Jewish history from the 1600s to 1900s
- explain how class, gender, religion and race shaped Jewish historical experience
- present historical arguments to different audiences and contexts
- analyse primary sources on early modern and modern Jewish history
- develop original historical ideas from primary source analysis
- evaluate the contribution of existing scholarship in Jewish studies
- manage own study workload independently to meet deadlines
- A Global History of Sport
What you learn (11)
- evaluate sporting developments within their historical context
- present historical ideas and findings to different audiences
- adapt communication style to varying levels of complexity
- analyse primary source material relating to sport history
- generate original historical ideas from source analysis
- evaluate online sources for historical research
- analyse interdisciplinary scholarship on the history of sport
- evaluate the contribution of existing academic research on sport
- work independently with minimal supervision
- collaborate effectively within a team setting
- exchange information and ideas with team members
- Freedom Fighting: Race, Slavery and War in the Revolutionary Caribbean, 1790-1812
What you learn (8)
- describe political, social and military developments in the Caribbean 1790-1812
- compare historical events and processes across different European colonial empires
- evaluate contributions of existing and emerging historical scholarship
- produce well-structured written historical arguments
- communicate historical ideas effectively in group discussion
- organise independent research on historical topics
- construct clear and concise critical analyses of historical topics
- assess the reliability and significance of historical sources
Year 3 · 0 core, 16 optional
16 optional modules
- The Self & the Others: Identity Gender & Ethnicity in German Culture around 1800
What you learn (3)
- situate texts within their historical and cultural context
- analyse texts depicting relationships between gender, ethnic and cultural groups
- apply historical and contemporary critical theories to analyse identity representations
- Gender Trouble in Contemporary German Culture
What you learn (8)
- critique contemporary debates about gender in germany
- assess how different media and genres shape political debates
- apply intercultural understanding when analysing cultural differences
- explain aspects of german literature, history and politics
- describe social and economic structures of german-speaking countries
- apply disciplinary methodologies appropriate to cultural and literary studies
- conduct independent research using appropriate academic sources
- evaluate the accuracy and bias of research sources
- Exploring Zeitgeist: Politics, Culture and Society in Germany Today
What you learn (7)
- evaluate current German political and social events
- apply cultural theory frameworks to analyse discourse
- demonstrate intercultural competence in German contexts
- communicate in German with improved fluency and accuracy
- use German language skills to interact in international settings
- apply intercultural skills when engaging with diverse communities
- conduct independent research on cultural and political topics
- The Elizabethan Reformation
What you learn (10)
- describe key events of the Elizabethan Reformation
- explain major themes underlying the Elizabethan Reformation
- describe developments in historiographical interpretation of the period
- evaluate competing historiographical debates critically
- deliver a structured oral presentation on a historical topic
- construct arguments for academic debate
- conduct independent historical research using appropriate techniques
- evaluate primary source materials for historical analysis
- apply primary source evidence within historical arguments
- use digital tools to support historical research and learning
- Feminism, Politics, and Social Change in Modern Britain
What you learn (7)
- explain how social movements emerge historically
- describe links between ideas, activism and shifting gender attitudes
- evaluate primary and secondary historical sources critically
- construct persuasive arguments on feminist history and politics
- communicate ideas on feminism and gender roles coherently
- review theoretical and methodological approaches to feminist historiography
- relate intellectual, social, oral and cultural history approaches
- Britain in the 1970s: Between New Society and No Society
What you learn (7)
- describe key aspects of british history during the 1970s
- analyse a range of primary historical sources on 1970s britain
- evaluate the reliability and significance of primary sources
- construct a coherent argument from primary source evidence
- communicate ideas clearly about social science's influence on 1970s british society
- review theoretical and methodological approaches to british social history
- evaluate historiographical debates about british society in the 1970s
- Conquest, Conflict and Co-existence: Crusading and the Crusader Kingdoms
What you learn (8)
- describe political developments in twelfth and thirteenth century Europe
- explain the motivations and aims of different groups participating in crusading
- explain the papacy's role in shaping the crusading movement
- evaluate the reliability and significance of crusader-era primary sources
- construct a coherent and persuasive argument about the crusader movement
- present historical ideas clearly in written or spoken form
- evaluate theoretical and methodological approaches to Eastern Mediterranean history
- review historiographical debates on crusader-era political and economic change
- India And The Problem of Postcolonial Democracy
What you learn (9)
- describe the historical development of democracy in a decolonised nation
- explain key challenges faced by india's democratic system since independence
- evaluate primary and secondary sources on indian democratic history
- analyse a range of historical materials to identify differing perspectives
- construct persuasive written arguments on democracy and authoritarianism
- discuss tensions between majoritarianism and minority rights
- present coherent arguments on political ideologies of left and right
- critique theoretical and methodological approaches linking history and political theory
- synthesise historiographical debates relating to the history of democracy
- From the Blues to Hip Hop
What you learn (7)
- critically review theoretical and methodological approaches to popular music history
- synthesise historiographical perspectives on twentieth-century popular music
- explain the cultural and social role of popular music in the twentieth century
- describe key developments in African American popular music
- evaluate the reliability and significance of diverse historical sources
- construct a coherent and persuasive argument about popular music history
- communicate historical ideas clearly in written or spoken form
- Statues must fall? Remembering and forgetting slavery in the Atlantic world
What you learn (6)
- communicate persuasive arguments about slavery and memorialisation
- describe key themes in the memorialisation of slavery across regions
- compare memorialisation approaches across different circum-Atlantic contexts
- design a project on memory and slavery for a non-academic audience
- produce content communicating historical research to a general audience
- review theoretical and methodological approaches to studying social memory
Year 4 · 1 core · 30 credits ≈ 300 hours
- Modern German Language III
What you learn (10)
- apply complex grammar structures in german writing
- translate advanced texts between german and english
- produce advanced written german texts across contexts
- interpret spoken german across a wide range of topics
- communicate orally in german using varied registers and styles
- discuss socio-cultural issues within german-speaking contexts
- analyse intercultural concepts relevant to german society
- proofread german texts systematically for accuracy
- manage independent language learning strategies
- conduct independent research on language topics
“What you learn” restates each module’s published learning outcomes in our own words, as short skill statements in the same form as the GCSE and A level curriculum, with the help of an AI model; fields of knowledge follow the twelve fields of the knowledge sphere. The university’s module page, linked from each title, is the authoritative description.
After graduating
Where does it lead?
£27,500median pay three years after graduating
Lower quarter£23k
Median£28k
Upper quarter£34k
Median — the middle earner: half earned more, half less. Pay is for graduates of this subject at this university who finished in 2016-18, not adjusted for inflation; based on 170 graduates.
Discover Uni dataset (HESA and Office for Students, CC BY 4.0, contains HESA data); earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes data (Department for Education) · aggregation level 23, 13, 24, 12, 22
Half of graduates earned between £23,000 and £33,500. Five years on, the median is £35,000. 95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing; 80% of those in work were in professional or managerial jobs.
All outcome figures7
| Measure | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Continue after year 15% left | 95% | 10 |
| In work or study, 15 months on5% studying | 95% | 15 |
| Professional or managerial job | 80% | 10 |
| Pay 15 months on, median | £32,000 | 30 |
| Pay 3 years on, median | £27,500 | 170 |
| Pay 5 years on, median | £35,000 | 175 |
Money
What does it cost?
£10,050a year for UK students, 2027/28 entry
Tuition fee loan — paid straight to the university; repayments start the April after you leave, at 9% of income above the threshold. UK fees are capped by government and rise with inflation; placement and study-abroad years are usually charged at a lower rate.
Warwick fees page · source
About £40,200 in fees over 4 years, covered by a tuition fee loan you repay only when earning above the threshold.
National Student Survey 2025-26
What do students say?
100%agreed the course was good overall (question 26)
NSS — a yearly survey of final-year students at every UK university; 54% of this course’s final year answered. Small groups can swing a lot year to year.
National Student Survey, via Discover Uni · 10 students answered
Highest: 100% agreed on question 1; lowest: 72% on question 24.
All questions26
| Question | Agree |
|---|---|
| Question 1 | 100% |
| Question 2 | 81% |
| Question 3 | 100% |
| Question 4 | 81% |
| Question 5 | 81% |
| Question 6 | 72% |
| Question 7 | 81% |
| Question 8 | 72% |
| Question 9 | 81% |
| Question 10 | 72% |
| Question 11 | 81% |
| Question 12 | 72% |
| Question 13 | 100% |
| Question 14 | 72% |
| Question 15 | 81% |
| Question 16 | 100% |
| Question 17 | 91% |
| Question 18 | 100% |
| Question 19 | 100% |
| Question 20 | 100% |
| Question 21 | 100% |
| Question 22 | 100% |
| Question 23 | 91% |
| Question 24 | 72% |
| Question 25 | 79% |
| Question 26 | 100% |
Question texts are published by the Office for Students; the dataset carries only the question numbers.
Modules, entry requirements and fees are facts read from University of Warwick’s course page on 2026-09-19 and may change; the university’s page is authoritative. Descriptions are not reproduced. Outcome figures are from the Discover Uni dataset. University of Warwick is a trade mark of the university; sch.today is independent of it.