School of History, Archaeology and Religion

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Cardiff’s maritime history gives food for thought

25 January 2016

A Cardiff historian shared her expertise on the history of the Welsh capital for BBC Radio Four’s The Food Programme.

Game-changing shift in understanding European pre-history

21 January 2016

Pioneering research project wins international archaeology award

School award-winners take centre stage at national engagement conference

10 December 2015

Leading members of the award-winning CAER Heritage Project addressed colleagues leading engagement in Higher Education across the UK at Engage 2015 this month.

Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship announced

3 December 2015

The School of History, Archaeology and Religion is delighted to announce a prized Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship for 2016.

Where do we come from? DNA Cymru

20 November 2015

Cardiff academics participate in S4C’s Cymru DNA Wales set to answer the big questions

Innovative Walking with Romans app wins Heritage award

29 October 2015

An innovative app using historical expertise from a Cardiff University academic has won a Discover Heritage Award.

Alumna wins Student Conservator award in UK’s coveted ICON awards

23 October 2015

In the Institute of Conservation (ICON) national awards, a Cardiff University student has once again been awarded Student Conservator of the Year at a prestigious ceremony

Your Country needs YOU!

21 October 2015

Seeking photos revealing First World War Middle Eastern front for new research

Ancient Botany: Latest book from Cardiff academic draws on history and science

15 October 2015

A new book from a Cardiff University academic out this month is a major overview of Ancient Botany, blending historical and botanical expertise in a uniquely thematic exploration.

10th anniversary for University’s Centre for Study of Islam

1 October 2015

Historic interfaith meeting marks milestone.