Explore human history and thought from its most ancient periods to the present day. You’ll gain a deep understanding of the relationship between historical context and philosophical thought.
Across each subject, you can explore the moral, social, political, religious, and scientific developments that have made human life possible, and which continue to challenge humanity today. Our geographical scope is wide and diverse, from Britain and Europe to Asia, North America and Africa.
You will gain the skills, understanding, and knowledge to describe and make sense of these ideas and events, and to argue for your own interpretations of them. These are the transferable skills needed for a wide range of exciting careers.
By combining Philosophy and History, this degree enables you to critically explore profound questions about human existence and society by analysing how historical events and philosophical ideas intertwine. It offers a broader perspective on the ways human life has been shaped over time, fostering a deeper appreciation of humanity’s intellectual and cultural achievements.
In developing skills such as reasoning, argumentation, and effective communication, you’ll acquire the tools needed to interpret complex concepts and present thoughtful interpretations. These capabilities not only enhance academic learning but also prepare you for diverse professional paths.
The program encourages intellectual curiosity and challenges you to consider how history and philosophy can address contemporary issues. With a global and interdisciplinary approach, you’ll gain insights into the diversity of human experiences and be equipped to navigate the complexities of an interconnected world.
Engaged Arts
All students within the Faculty of Arts can select ‘Engaged Arts’ modules where you’ll approach real world challenges across contemporary themes such as sustainability or equity and justice. These modules have been newly designed to help you gain the skills and analytical abilities that employers are looking for.
Why choose this course?
Tailor your degree to your interests – with our wide range of optional modules, you can study the periods, themes and events which interest you most
Career-ready skills - develop your presentation, organisation, teamwork and leadership skills
Confidence of thinking - build the skills and confidence to debate your views
Volunteering opportunities – gain valuable experience and share your passion for the subject through the Department of History and Department of Philosophy volunteering projects
Work experience -Work with our dedicated Faculty of Arts Placements Team to assist with your employability skills development via a range of placements, internships and volunteering opportunities.
Explore real-world challenges across interdisciplinary themes with our ‘Engaged Arts’ optional modules
Some key statistics
Top 100 in the world for Philosophy (QS World University Rankings 2024)
Top 20 for History in the UK (Complete University Guide 2024)
You can also access this course through a Foundation Year. This may be suitable if you have faced educational barriers and do not expect to meet the entry requirements for direct entry to a degree course. Please see the UCAS page for the relevant Foundation Year course for further information.
For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page - https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/History-and-Philosophy-BA-Jt-Hons-U6UHISPY.html
This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
University of Nottingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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What does this TEF outcome mean?
The following entry points are available for this course:
European Baccalaureate - 80% overall.
University of Nottingham’s Arts and Humanities Foundation Year Progression Options
Degree courses in the Faculty of Arts are also available as progression routes from our Arts and Humanities Foundation Year (Y14F). This may be suitable if you have faced educational barriers and do not expect to meet the entry requirements for direct entry to a degree course. Please see the UCAS page for the Foundation Year course for further information.
We consider applicants solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential – we use exam grades to prioritise applicants but look at a range of factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements.
We understand that background and personal circumstances can have an impact on academic performance at school or college. Applicants who are eligible under our contextual admissions policies may be considered for a reduced contextual offer.
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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