History

Why Lancaster?

• Design your own study experience, choosing from many fascinating modules throughout your degree

• Benefit from a focus on employability at every stage of your degree, including an optional heritage placement

• Be inspired by our world-class academics whose research expertise informs specialist modules

• Study with a History Department that prioritises student contact – we keep class sizes small so we can offer personal support and feedback

• Enrich your learning with history right on your doorstep, including Lancaster Castle

• Keep your careers options open by developing a wide range of professional skills

Journey through time at Lancaster – a city rich in history. Gain knowledge about different periods and cultures while developing skills employers want. In your second year, you can boost your employability with a specialist placement.

Freedom of choice
Our specialised modules allow students to develop a breadth of chronological and geographical knowledge – from Inventing Human Rights (1776-2001) and The Transatlantic Slave Trade (1500-1865) to The Origins and Rise of Islam (600-1250).

You’ll study diverse periods from ancient Rome to the 21st century, as well as specific regions in global, national and regional history. How about discovering more about Lancaster itself with our module ‘Witches’, Warriors and Slavers?

There is an extensive choice of modules throughout your degree, so that you can personalise your studies to suit your own interests and passions. For example, in your second year, you can apply to take part in our heritage placement module and gain invaluable work experience. Past students have worked with The National Trust, Greater Manchester Police Museum & Archives and the Duchy of Lancaster.

You may wish to take a History degree with us and include either a study abroad or a placement year.

Our History graduates are highly sought after by leading companies and organisations. Employers know that our graduates possess skills in problem solving and analysis combined with the intellectual rigour they bring to decision-making and strategy.

You’re more than a number
We are a closely knit department with a strong sense of community. You’ll get to know your lecturers and benefit from quality contact time each week.

Our academics are leaders in their fields and provide teaching of the highest quality – via lectures, seminars and small tutorial groups. Your academic tutor will provide individual academic support.

Your module options
We aim to give you the widest possible choice of modules in both your second year and your final year. Almost all of the optional modules for year 2 can also be taken as optional modules in your final year. These are in addition to the modules listed for the final year in the course structure section below. This means you have a choice of over 40 modules in both your second and your final years.