History with Foundation BA – 2026
Being in central London was a big draw for me as a history student. You have a plethora of museums, galleries, and archives to make use of.
Why did you choose the University of Westminster?
Being in central London was a big draw for me as a history student. You have a plethora of museums, galleries, and archives to make use of.
How has your experience been studying in London?
The university study spaces are very good, and the British Library is not far away. Renting in West London also means I’m not too far from the National Archives at Kew.
What have you particularly enjoyed about your course?
The general structure is pretty good. The core modules in Year 1 provided a solid foundation by covering topics like British history from 1760 to 1867, 19th-century world history, and introducing us to different ideas within history.
Year 2 was a personal favourite, covering 20th-century world history while also giving us more choices for both modules and assignments.
The variety and flexibility of modules in Year 3 have been my favourite part of this year. I could choose subjects I was more interested in and plan my workload across the year. I was able to complete five of my six assignments in the first semester and focus more on my dissertation in the second.
How have you found academic support as part of your studies?
Lecturers are easily contactable and have personally helped me with both course-related questions and things outside my modules, such as personal statements.
Are there any stand-out facilities associated with your course?
The university library has been helpful, with books available on subjects such as the Cuban Missile Crisis, Jack the Ripper, and Vichy France.
The online resources have also been useful.
How has Zone29 - our home of careers and enterprise - helped you with your career journey?
The team at Zone29 helped me get an interview for an institution-led PGCE, which I was then accepted onto.
Tell us about any activities that you have undertaken outside of your course
I have been on a walk around the university’s local area, including Soho, to understand some of its history.
We have also been encouraged to visit places such as London’s Docklands, the Imperial War Museum, and the National Archives to expand our historical knowledge and our understanding of how commemoration and archives work.
What would your advice be to someone considering studying at Westminster?
Make the most of all the perks that come with studying in London, including the nightlife, museums, and abundance of activities.
I would also recommend trying a Polylang module in Year 1, when the workload is lighter. Polylang is the university’s language programme, so you can learn a new language or build on one you already know, at any level from beginner to advanced. It’s open to all students. That way, you can see how you get on with it and whether you want to continue learning a language throughout university.
What’s the best aspect of being a University of Westminster student?
The diversity. It’s reflected in the modules and societies offered by the university, making it feel like a safe space to share different ideas with people from a variety of backgrounds.
What was the most surprising or unexpected aspect of your Westminster experience?
Discovering the Polylang modules. They’re really cool and give you the opportunity to learn a language alongside your degree.