BA (Honours) in History and Drama in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex

Our unique combined History and Drama program offers an in-depth exploration of both disciplines, blending theatrical creativity with historical investigation.
As a history student, you'll examine both early modern and contemporary eras, tackling complex questions about how political, social, and cultural transformations affected individuals, communities, and geographical areas. At Essex, we empower you to develop your analytical perspective, examining history from the viewpoint of everyday people whose stories were often overlooked in their time.
Our theatre and drama curriculum invites you to analyze groundbreaking dramatic works while preparing to influence future theatrical productions. This program provides an opportunity to unleash and nurture your creative potential. You'll create and perform in our cutting-edge Lakeside Theatre, gaining diverse creative, analytical, and technical abilities that prepare you for careers in performing arts, cultural sectors, or various graduate professions.
Essex delivers an enriching mix of hands-on workshops, theoretical discussions, and career-building experiences led by seasoned theatre professionals - including playwrights, directors, and performers - alongside distinguished academic experts.

The versatile skills cultivated at Essex have enabled our graduates to thrive in performing arts and diverse creative fields such as journalism, museum curation, television production, broadcasting, digital media, publishing, advertising, public relations, as well as business, legal, and financial sectors. You'll also gain qualifications suitable for government positions, education, nonprofit work, and financial services.