Subjects

History

Follow the threads of human history from the ancient world up to the 21st century, as our experts teach you to analyse the complexity of human society and culture from a range of different perspectives. You'll graduate career ready, with an employable and sought-after skillset.

Undergraduate courses   Postgraduate taught courses  

Undergraduate courses

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Undergraduate

History BA

2026-27 / September start

History is an imaginative process; it requires us to appreciate things from points of view that are often very different. Covering topics ranging from the ancient world to the present and encompassing Europe, Africa, Asia and the Americas, you’ll…
Undergraduate

History and Politics BA

2026-27 / September start

This degree combination equips you with the skills to flourish as both a historian and a political analyst, enabling you to develop your knowledge of critical historical and current events and themes. You’ll develop expertise at working with…
Undergraduate

History and Sociology BA

2026-27 / September start

If history is the study of past societies, sociology considers the theory of modern society. The flexible structure of our degree means that you will choose from an extensive range of option modules that allow you to really focus on the aspects of…
Undergraduate

History and Philosophy BA

2026-27 / September start

Develop a deeper understanding of human thought and behaviour across time and place. Knowledge of philosophy will make you a more effective student of history, and your history modules will help you to understand the context of some of the great…
Undergraduate

English and History BA

2026-27 / September start

The combination of English and history uniquely positions you to interrogate a variety of literary texts and place them within their historical, social and political contexts. Both subjects offer modules that explore literary and historical cultures…
Undergraduate

History and Modern Languages & Cultures BA

2026-27 / September start

Develop your language skills and historical awareness while deepening your understanding of cultures and societies in Europe and beyond. Both disciplines involve imagination and empathy - to interpret the traces of the past or other languages…

Postgraduate taught courses

Postgraduate taught

History MA

September 2026 start

History shapes our society, culture, politics and economy - as well as who we are. Our History MA offers you the opportunity to work with world-leading experts to uncover these histories, while developing critical skills to evaluate historical…