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Study in a department that is known for it's educational excellence and research innovation.

The ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø is ranked in the top 100 in the world for Arts and Humanities (=92 in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025).

You'll gain a thorough grounding in different historical periods and approaches, and help shape the world through the exploration of humanity's diverse past - in a way that suits you.

Leaders in the field

The ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø is in the top 125 in the world for History, Philosophy and Theology (Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2025).

Graduate success and satisfaction

  • 97% of our History graduates are in work and/or study 15 months after the end of their course. (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021/2022; including first degree from History)
  • 98% of our students said teaching staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2024, 97.73% of responders from the Department of History).

Join a supportive community  

At ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø, we strive to maintain a close-knit, community feel within our Department.You will be welcomed and supported by friendly academics, peers and your academic tutor.

We believe our personal approach offers you space to develop and grow as an individual, while ensuring your work and study benefits from support and structure.

Learn more about life in the Department

Taught by experts in their fields

BA History student Sarah talks about why she loves studying in the Department of History.

Sarah also mentions ancient history. You can expand your chronological studies on our wonderful joint degree programme BA Ancient History and History. Find out more about this degree on our course page.