Our courses


Whether on its own or in combination with other subjects, a degree in History offers exceptional value. You can learn about defining moments which shaped the world in which we live, discover little known peoples and places, and engage with exciting and challenging new ideas. Such experiences enrich your understanding of both yourself and the world. In the process, you acquire skills in critical reasoning, research, leadership and organization that will make you highly sought after in the workplace.

Over the past few years, the Department of History has revised its undergraduate curriculum from root to branch. We redesigned everything with an emphasis on flexibility, rigour, employability - and fun!

As a result, we can offer a progressive programme of study which, over three years, allows you to develop a broad and thorough understanding of History, maximize your individual potential and get the most out of your time at university.

All our courses are based on the world-class research expertise of our faculty, which ranges over nearly two thousand years of history, and crosses the world. But at the centre of the experience lies you, the student.

Studying History at York offers you the chance to join a dynamic and exciting research community, to broaden your horizons, and to look to your future. Click on our degree information to find out more about what you could be doing if you decided to join us.


Further information

If you have any further questions, please e-mail our Undergraduate Admissions Administrator at: history-ug-admissions@york.ac.uk

Undergraduate degrees

We currently offer seven degree programmes in History. Click below to find out more:

Prospectus

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Take a look at our undergraduate prospectus to find out more about studying History at York.