It can take some time to learn  to get to grips with some of the key skills associated with undergraduate study in history such as thinking critically about different types of sources among other things. Take a look at the guidance and activities below to get you started.

Kent | Leicester | Royal Holloway | UCL 
 

School of History, University of Kent

Contact: Dr Ambrogio A. Caiani a.a.caiani@kent.ac.uk

About: At Kent, we aim to use our study of history to make a difference to society today. Our intention is to foster greater public understanding of our local, national and international histories, and to help to create a more nuanced understanding of issues such as colonialism, historic environments, revolution, popular culture, war and science. All our undergraduate programmes are carefully crafted to offer a wide range of modules and the flexibility to tailor your degree programme to the areas that you are most interested in. Find out more

Study skills guidance resources:
 

• History at Kent: resources for teachers - Exam revision guidance, notes and teaching tool for A-level educators. Includes 13 GCSE and A-level topic areas. 
  
  

History at the University of Leicester

Contacts: Dr Zoë Groves, Prof. George Lewis; email: hypir@le.ac.uk

About: Our flexible courses enable you to learn from leading academics in the field, in a vibrant and friendly environment. With experts in a wide range of topics, you will always be able to find modules that pique your curiosity and quench your thirst for knowledge. The expertise of our staff is highlighted by our strong publication record and reputation for research of outstanding quality, our work editing leading academic journals and our recent grant successes. Find out more

Study skills:
 

• Film: How to prepare for seminars (9 mins) - Dr Zoë Groves. How to prepare for seminars at university and how to read critically and for argument.
   

Department of History at Royal Holloway

Contact: Catriona Cooper Catriona.Cooper@rhul.ac.uk

About: To be a historian is to be insatiably curious and ready to question, to challenge and to learn. It is these qualities which define our community. The History department at Royal Holloway has an international reputation for teaching, research and public engagement. We are passionate about our work but equally committed to the well-being of all members of the department. Find out more

Study skills:

• Resources for students and offer holders - A collection of activities, resources and recommendations for students transitioning to University to get them thinking critically about different types of sources, what they might be studying next year and how History is portrayed in different media.
   

History at UCL

Contact: Florence Sutcliffe-Braithwaite, f.sutcliffe-braithwaite@ucl.ac.uk 

About: The UCL History department, which dates back to 1830, is consistently ranked as one of the best in the world for the quality of both its research and its teaching. Our rewarding programmes make this an exciting place to study over 5000 years of history across every continent, from the ancient Middle East to the twenty-first century. We take pride in being elite but not elitist and are committed to nurturing talent irrespective of students' backgrounds. We work hard to maintain a learning environment in which students are both supported and stretched, helping them to make the transition into higher education and to achieve their full potential whilst they are here. Find out more

Study skills:
 

• UCL Study Prep - UCL Study Prep is a free online course for students in Year 13 who are preparing to study at university. This course is free and open to all students in Year 13 regardless of where you go to school/college or which universities you have applied to study at. It is recommended that you take 4-5 hours to complete UCL Study Prep but this does not have to be done all at once.