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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.

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

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

Making our own monuments

20 December 2021

What Glastonbury Festival’s Swan Circle says about us

Runes and the riddle of the Anglo-Saxon pendant

16 December 2021

Much more than mummies: colossal research reveals Bronze Age life on outer edges of Britain

13 December 2021

Original artworks honour people behind heritage project success

17 November 2021

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Publications archive

Browse our publications from previous years through Cardiff University's institutional repository.