History

"The department is a close and supportive community. The lecturers are all approachable, understanding, and do everything they can to offer advice and encouragement to their students. I love living in York because you are surrounded by history at every turn, from Roman to Medieval to modern. I had the chance to be part of the Students as Researchers scheme, working on the How York Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb project. This looked at the Civil Defence Corps at a local level in York during the Cold War, researching the primary material in York Explore archives. It was a great opportunity to learn more, enhance my CV and earn extra money all at the same time. It helped me to develop skills in primary research, academic writing, and time management. It has been an amazing experience."

Penny | History

"At York St John I felt valued as a student, both in terms of my interests, and in wider support with my mental health and other difficulties. I never felt like I could not do something, as whenever I had a particular interest in a subject a Tutor would help me find resources to pursue it, or if I was struggling I was reassured that I was still capable and given resources to find the proper support. I have never felt like a number, a grade, or just another student here. Having tutors that care about your specific interests and do everything they can to incorporate them into the course is so valuable, for example when I went to a tutor to ask about Medieval nuns I was given a list of resources to learn more, not just journals but blog posts and books, or while studying Florence during the Renaissance extra reading was added because our class expressed particular interest in certain groups."

Jac | History

"I have thoroughly enjoyed my studies at York St John University and recommend the History course to anyone who has a passion for the subject and who is willing to put in the hours to get the most out of their degree. I particularly enjoyed the feeling of learning new things each week and bit by bit strengthening my knowledge and understanding of a period in History. One of my favourite aspects about the course is that it allowed me to study periods of history that I had never looked at before. This was the case for me with Late Anglo Saxon England in my final year. Although at times challenging, the module gave me the opportunity to analyse sources such as wills and charters written in Old English and Medieval Latin. This was really fascinating and something completely new to me!"

Ellie | History