History

Our History degree offers you a chance to explore the past through a fascinating array of modules covering the history of Europe, the US, and beyond, from ancient to modern times. You will develop valuable intellectual and transferable skills through various assessment methods used in our modules.

By studying a degree in History, you will become critically aware of different ways to construct a historical narrative. This programme highlights the great richness and diversity that history has to offer.

The course is designed to help you ask and answer focused questions about the past. You will learn to pursue these questions through structured enquiry, selecting and interrogating a range of materials, including primary sources and historiographical evidence.

Our modules cover political history, social history, and cultural history. You will gain research skills and analytical skills, learning how to interpret evidence and develop critical thinking.

The programme also emphasizes the importance of communication skills, helping you present your findings clearly and persuasively. These skills are essential for a wide range of careers, making this degree both engaging and practical.

This History degree at UWTSD will prepare you to understand and contribute to historical debates. You will develop the ability to analyse and present complex information, equipping you with skills that are highly valued by employers.

By the end of the programme, you will be able to conduct your own evidence-based interpretations of past events. This degree not only offers a deep understanding of the past but also equips you with skills that are relevant in today’s world.