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School of History, Archaeology and Religion

Enabling the brightest and best to explore and share their passion for past societies and religious beliefs, from prehistory to the present day.

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The power of research

The school has placed top five for research impact in Archaeology and in the top 20 for research power in History in the latest UK wide assessment of research excellence REF 2021.

Courses

Our wide selection of modules give students the flexibility to shape their own studies to a considerable degree.

Research

Our researchers explore and share their passion for past societies and religious beliefs from prehistory to the present day.

See what it's like to study at the School of History, Archaeology and Religion.
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About us

We are an innovative and internationally recognised centre of excellence in research and teaching, devoted to the study of the past and beliefs from prehistoric times to contemporary societies.

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Impact at the School of History, Archaeology and Religion

Saving heritage ironwork from the ravages of rust and improving pastoral care for religious communities.

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Engagement

Our award-winning engagement and innovation initiatives are firmly rooted in the local, regional and national community.

News

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Schools join forces to develop next generation of historians and artists

10 November 2022

Young people get creative to unearth their city’s past

Rule-breakers and Change-makers: 30ish alumni making a big impact

20 October 2022

Royal Hall of the East Anglian Kings discovered

13 October 2022

Past climate of Cape Town revealed in study

22 September 2022

REF 2021

Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 results

REF assesses the quality of research in UK higher education institutions. The impact of our research and environment in which we work at Cardiff University were integral to our REF 2021 submission.