History
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen
Deze opleiding
Have you ever thought about what connects the past with the present? And would you like to learn more about the background to various historic events? If so, this is your programme!
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| locatieGroningen |
| diplomaBA |
| typeregulier, 180 EC |
| start1 september |
| taalvolledig English volledig Dutch |
| opleidingsduur3 jaar voltijd |
| accreditatiesNVAO |
| croho-code56034 |
| numerus fixusnee |
| honoursheeft honours track |
As a student in the international track of the Bachelor's degree programme in History, you search for explanations of events that took place in the past and are still relevant today. You learn about the connections between various developments, and you're encouraged to dig deeper and ask critical questions.
The programme takes three years. In the first year, you are given an overview of history from Antiquity to the present day, and you study Dutch history. In the second year, you examine history on the basis of various themes, such as economic and social history, political culture and cultural history. The third year, which includes a course unit on the theory of history, is used to deepen your knowledge. Your Bachelor's programme is rounded off with a thesis. As a history student, you are free to compile part of the programme yourself.
You can study for a Bachelor's degree in History on a full-time or a part-time basis, but there is no specific part-time programme. All classes in the international track of the History programme are in English.
Want to know more? Click for the short information video of the History programme.
Deze opleiding heeft meerdere vormen :
- full-time te Groningen
- part-time te Groningen
Waarom aan de University of Groningen?
- Our programme teaches you to write about history, to conduct independent research and to apply historical knowledge and theory in practice
- We introduce you to social, economic, political and cultural history, as well as regional & global history
- We introduce you to social, economic, political and cultural history, as well as regional & global history
- We offer many choices because of our teachers' broad expertise in regions, approaches and themes. From Ancient to Contemporary History
- We are a large department, but we offer small-scale teaching in which you quickly get to know staff & students
- We are a large department, but we offer small-scale teaching in which you quickly get to know staff & students
Studieprogramma
1e jaar In the first year, chronological course units cover the most important events and developments from Antiquity down to the present day. You will also work on your academic research and writing skills and learn about historical sources and the theories behind the study of history. In short, the first year is very diverse and gives you a solid basis for the rest of the programme.
| periode | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Globalisation: Economic & Social History | 5 EC | ||||||||
Historical Research I: Introduction | 5 EC | ||||||||
Ancient History | 5 EC | ||||||||
Contemporary History | 5 EC | ||||||||
Historical Research II: Skills | 5 EC | ||||||||
Medieval History | 5 EC | ||||||||
Historical Research III: Historical Debate | 5 EC | ||||||||
Dutch History | 5 EC | ||||||||
Early Modern History | 5 EC | ||||||||
Historical Research IV: Sources | 5 EC | ||||||||
Modern History | 5 EC | ||||||||
Regions I: Introduction | 5 EC | ||||||||
2e jaar After studying history in a chronological order in the first year, the second year teaches you to approach history from a thematic perspective. You will learn about three 'types' of history, each with its own emphasis and theory: cultural history, history of political culture, and economic and social history.
| periode | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Sources and Methods | 5 EC | ||||||||
Theme Political History | 10 EC | ||||||||
Theme Cultural History | 10 EC | ||||||||
Theory 1: Perspectives on History | 5 EC | ||||||||
Regions II: Historiography | 5 EC | ||||||||
Theme Economic and Social History | 10 EC | ||||||||
Research Seminar | 10 EC | ||||||||
Theory II: History of World History | 5 EC | ||||||||
3e jaar In the third year you will address one of these themes in more detail. The core module forms the heart of this third year. A core module is a seminar in which you acquire content-related information and research skills by studying literature and source material. This results in an independent research project with a presentation and a long paper. Your Bachelor's phase concludes with a thesis and possibly a placement.
| periode | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Minor | 30 EC | ||||||||
Theorie III: Theory of History in Practice | 5 EC | ||||||||
BA Thesis History afstuderen | 10 EC | ||||||||
Regions III: Case Studies | 10 EC | ||||||||
Workshop Public History | 5 EC | ||||||||
minors
minor Minors
The fifth semester of your studies is dedicated to your Minor: a coherent set of future-oriented course units. It prepares you for a follow-on Master's degree program or for entering the labour market. You can opt for a Career Minor, a Minor abroad, a University Minor or a Faculty Minor.
Onderwijs
| taal van onderwijs | 100% en 100% nl |
|---|---|
| avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
| afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
onderwijsvormen
group discussion, individual assignment, integration module, internship, lecture, literature study, research project, project, self evaluation, self study, tutorialstudy guidance
The transition from high school to college comes with many changes. That is why you receive additional guidance during your freshman year.
A mentoring system is meant to ease your transition. Your mentor will teach you how to study effectively and how to make smart choices. You can also make an appointment with the study advisor. He can answer your questions about selecting coursework and other things. Everything you discuss with him is confidential. In case of complex problems, he can also refer you to the 'student deans' or the classes offered by Study Support.
study abroad
Options for study abroad include amongst others: Scandinavia, Eastern Europe, the UK, Russia, Southern Europe, USA, several countries in Asia and South Africa.bindend studieadvies
- minimaal 45 EC in de eerste 12 maanden
You will be offered study advice after the first year of study. You can expect a positive result if you have earned more than 45 ECTS credit points (out of a total of 60 ECTS). If you have earned fewer than 45 ECTS and are issued a negative result, you will not be allowed to continue with your degree programme.
You will receive preliminary study advice in December to make sure that you know where you stand. Please contact your study advisor as soon as possible if you have any questions about the BSA system.N.B. Some degree programmes use a tutoring system; please check with your study advisor.
honours-/excellence program University of Groningen Honours College
The Honours College will give talented, motivated students the chance to be challenged even more by following Honours programmes and taking part in numerous other activities.
The Honours College comprises a broadening part and a deepening part and has a study load of 30 ECTS credit points besides the 180 ECTS credit points from your regular Bachelor programme.
Toelating en kosten
startmomenten
1 september 2025
aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2025
wettelijk tarief : € 2601 (€1301 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 11800
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 13500
1 september 2026
aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2026
collegegeld nog niet bekend
toelaatbare profielen
| VWO N&T | aangevuld met Met het VWO examen Engels voldoe je aan de taaleis. |
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| VWO N&G | aangevuld met Met het VWO examen Engels voldoe je aan de taaleis. |
| VWO E&M | aangevuld met Met het VWO examen Engels voldoe je aan de taaleis. |
| VWO C&M | aangevuld met Met het VWO examen Engels voldoe je aan de taaleis. |
| hbo-p | Taaleis Engels: minimum TOEFL eis iBT 90 (met een minimum van 21 voor alle onderdelen), of IELTS 6.5 (met een minimum van 6 voor alle onderdelen). Cambridge C1 Advanced of C2 Proficiency met een minimum score van 180. Klik op de link voor meer informatie: https://www.rug.nl/let/studeren-bij-ons/bachelor/aanmelding-en-inschrijving/language-requirements-ba |
De stad
studievereniging
Ubbo Emmius
Ubbo Emmius is the study association of the History department at the University of Groningen.The association organizes a broad set of activities year-round. These can vary from social, study related, career or even activities that focus on all together. Not only this, but you can also get a nice discount on all your study books if you order them through us. The organization of the activities lies, for the main part, with the 17 committees that Ubbo has. There is for example the Career Committee, the Party Committee, the Travel Committee and the list goes on. All in all being a member of Ubbo is a great addition to your time as a student! For a full overview of who we are and what we do, you can take a look on our website or social media.
Keuzehulp
Studievergelijker
1/11 University of Groningen
Geschiedenis
Geschiedenis
| € 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 175 eerstejaars |
| 46% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Nederlandstalig 100% Engelstalig |
2/11 Erasmus University Rotterdam
International Bachelor History
International Bachelor History
| star Keuzegids beste opleiding 2023 1e |
| € 342 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 49 eerstejaars |
| 46% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Engelstalig |
3/11 Erasmus University Rotterdam
Geschiedenis
Geschiedenis
| star Keuzegids beste opleiding 2022 1e 70 Keuzegids beste opleiding 2023 1e 69 |
| € 342 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 49 eerstejaars |
| 46% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Nederlandstalig |
4/11 Leiden University
Geschiedenis
Geschiedenis
| € 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 122 eerstejaars |
| 40% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Nederlandstalig |
5/11 Radboud University Nijmegen
Geschiedenis
Geschiedenis
| € 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 57 eerstejaars |
| 29% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Nederlandstalig 100% Engelstalig |
6/11 Radboud University Nijmegen
Comparative European History
Comparative European History
| € 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| ? eerstejaars |
| NAN% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Engelstalig |
7/11 Utrecht University
History
History
| € 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 75 eerstejaars |
| ?% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Engelstalig |
8/11 Utrecht University
Geschiedenis
Geschiedenis
| € 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 190 eerstejaars |
| ?% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Nederlandstalig |
9/11 University of Amsterdam
Geschiedenis
Geschiedenis
| € 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 69 eerstejaars |
| 55% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Nederlandstalig |
10/11 VU University Amsterdam
History and International Studies
History and International Studies
| € 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 8 eerstejaars |
| 62% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Engelstalig |
11/11 VU University Amsterdam
Geschiedenis
Geschiedenis
| star Elsevier |
| € 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 8 eerstejaars |
| 62% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 50% Nederlandstalig 50% Engelstalig |
disclaimer: bovenstaande cijfers en beoordelingen zijn aangeleverd door de opleidingen zelf. Wij kunnen de juistheid niet garanderen.
Na de studie
If you want to continue with a Master's degree programme after your graduation, as most students do, you will have a wide range of programmes to choose from. With a Bachelor's degree in History, you have access to the following Master's tracks at the University of Groningen:
- History and Heritage Consultancy
- Politics, Organizations and Learning Histories
- Un/sustainable societies: Past, Present and Future
- Oude Geschiedenis
- Educatieve Master: Geschiedenis
- Middle Eastern Studies
- Digital Humanities
- Euroculture (Erasmus Mundus)
- International Humanitarian Action (Erasmus Mundus)
- Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Studies (research)
- Modern History and International Relations (research)
- Arts, Media and Literary Studies (research)
- Cultural Leadership (research)
Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt
After completing your degree in History, you will be able to think critically, with a focus on problems. You will also be able to process large amounts of information and present the results clearly. Historians often find work in journalism and in museums, cultural institutions or publishing houses. Many of them go into politics, the government or business.
aansluitende masteropleidingen
| instelling | opleiding | instroomeisen |
|---|---|---|
| Leiden University | African Studies | + aanv. eisen |
| Leiden University | African Studies (Research) research | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Groningen | American Studies | + aanv. eisen |
| Radboud University Nijmegen | Ancient and Medieval Mediterranean Worlds | geen aanvullende eisen |
| Utrecht University | Ancient, Medieval and Renaissance Studies research | + aanv. eisen |
| VU University Amsterdam | Comparative Arts and Media Studies | + aanv. eisen |
| VU University Amsterdam | Design Cultures | + aanv. eisen |
| Leiden University | Asian Studies (60EC) | + aanv. eisen |
| Universiteit voor Humanistiek | Burgerschap & Kwaliteit van Samenleven | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Studies research | + aanv. eisen |
| VU University Amsterdam | Classics and Ancient Civilizations (research) research | + aanv. eisen |
| VU University Amsterdam | Ancient Studies full-time,part-time | + aanv. eisen |
| VU University Amsterdam | Journalistiek | + 30 EC pre-master |
| Leiden University | Crisis and Security Management | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Groningen | Cultural Leadership research | + aanv. eisen |
| VU University Amsterdam | Curating Art and Cultures | + basiskennis + motivatiebrief + toelatingsgesprek + instaptoets |
| University of Groningen | DDM Religion and Pluralism | + motivatiebrief |
| University of Groningen | Digital Humanities | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | East Asian Studies | + aanv. eisen |
| VU University Amsterdam | Educatie in de Mens- en Maatschappijwetenschappen educational | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | Educatie in de Mens- en Maatschappijwetenschappen - Geschiedenis full-time,part-time educational | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | Euroculture (EM) | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | European Politics in a Global Perspective | + aanv. eisen |
| Radboud University Nijmegen | Europese Studies | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Groningen | Europese Studies | geen aanvullende eisen |
| Radboud University Nijmegen | Filosofie van de geschiedenis | geen aanvullende eisen |
| Radboud University Nijmegen | Filosofie van een bepaald wetenschapsgebied | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | Geestelijke verzorging | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Groningen | Geopolitics & Connectivity | + aanv. eisen |
| Radboud University Nijmegen | Geschiedenis | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | Geschiedenis | geen aanvullende eisen |
| Radboud University Nijmegen | Geschiedenis en Actualiteit | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Amsterdam | Geschiedenis van de internationale betrekkingen | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Amsterdam | Publieksgeschiedenis | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | Griekse en Latijnse Taal en Cultuur | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | Heritage and Religion | + aanv. eisen |
| VU University Amsterdam | Heritage Studies full-time,part-time | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Amsterdam | Heritage Studies: Heritage and Memory Studies dual | + aanv. eisen |
| Radboud University Nijmegen | Historical Studies research | + cijfergemiddelde + toelatingsgesprek + motivatiebrief |
| Radboud University Nijmegen | Historical, Literary and Cultural Studies research | + aanv. eisen |
| Utrecht University | History research | + aanv. eisen |
| Leiden University | History | geen aanvullende eisen |
| Leiden University | History (Research) research | + cijfergemiddelde + toelatingsgesprek + motivatiebrief |
| Leiden University | Ancient History research | + aanv. eisen |
| Leiden University | Ancient History | + aanv. eisen |
| Leiden University | Cities, Migration and Global Interdependence research | + basiskennis + aanvullende vakeisen + cijfergemiddelde + motivatiebrief |
| Leiden University | Cities, Migration and Global Interdependence | + aanv. eisen |
| Leiden University | Colonial and Global History research | + aanv. eisen |
| Leiden University | Colonial and Global History | + aanv. eisen |
| Leiden University | Europe 1000-1800 research | + aanv. eisen |
| Leiden University | Europe 1000-1800 | + basiskennis + aanvullende vakeisen |
| Leiden University | Politics, Culture and National Identities, 1789 to the Present research | + aanv. eisen |
| Leiden University | Politics, Culture and National Identities, 1789 to the Present | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Groningen | History and Heritage Consultancy | geen aanvullende eisen |
| Utrecht University | History and Philosophy of Science research | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | History of Architecture and Town planning | geen aanvullende eisen |
| VU University Amsterdam | Global History and International Studies | geen aanvullende eisen |
| VU University Amsterdam | Medical and Health Humanities | geen aanvullende eisen |
| VU University Amsterdam | Global History research | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | International Humanitarian Action (120 EC) | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | International Political Economy | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Groningen | International Relations and International Organization | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Groningen | International Security | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Groningen | Internationale Betrekkingen research | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | Internationale Betrekkingen (60 EC) | + aanv. eisen |
| Radboud University Nijmegen | Klassieke Cultuur | + aanvullende vakeisen |
| Leiden University | Latin American Studies (Research) research | + aanv. eisen |
| Utrecht University | Leraar VHO godsdienst/levensbeschouwing full-time,part-time educational | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Amsterdam | Lerarenopleiding Geschiedenis en staatsinrichting educational | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Amsterdam | Lerarenopleiding Geschiedenis en staatsinrichting part-time educational | geen aanvullende eisen |
| VU University Amsterdam | Letterkunde | + aanv. eisen |
| Radboud University Nijmegen | Literatuur en Samenleving | + aanv. eisen |
| Universiteit voor Humanistiek | Master Humanistiek | geen aanvullende eisen |
| Universiteit voor Humanistiek | Master Zorgethiek en Beleid | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | Midden-Oostenstudies | geen aanvullende eisen |
| Leiden University | Middle Eastern Studies | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Groningen | Modern History and International Relations research | geen aanvullende eisen |
| Leiden University | MSc. International and European Governance | + aanv. eisen |
| Leiden University | MSc. Management van de Publieke Sector | + aanv. eisen |
| Leiden University | MSc. Public Administration | + aanv. eisen |
| Leiden University | MSc. Public Management and Leadership | + aanv. eisen |
| Radboud University Nijmegen | Nederland-Duitsland Studies | + toelatingsgesprek + motivatiebrief |
| Leiden University | North American Studies | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Groningen | Oude Geschiedenis part-time | geen aanvullende eisen |
| Radboud University Nijmegen | Oudheidstudies | + aanvullende vakeisen |
| University of Groningen | Politics, Organizations and Learning Histories | geen aanvullende eisen |
| Radboud University Nijmegen | Politiek en Parlement | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | Religion and Pluralism, Ancient & Modern | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Groningen | Religion, Conflict and Globalization | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Groningen | Religious Diversity in a Globalised World (EM) research | + cijfergemiddelde + toelatingsgesprek + motivatiebrief |
| University of Groningen | Theologie & Religiewetenschappen | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Groningen | Theologie & Religiewetenschappen research | + cijfergemiddelde + toelatingsgesprek + motivatiebrief |
| Radboud University Nijmegen | Tourism and Culture | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | Past, Present and Future | geen aanvullende eisen |
| University of Groningen | Vertalen in Europa | + aanv. eisen |
| University of Groningen | Werk en Zingeving | + aanv. eisen |
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