History and ancient history
Satisfy your curiosity about history and deepen your knowledge of the key concepts, all with the potential to explore heritage, community action and placement opportunities.
Why study with us
Our expertise is rich, broad and international, spanning British, Welsh, European (including Central and Eastern Europe, and Russia), Asian, and North American histories. You’ll also have the opportunity to take your work directly to the public, and explore issues of engagement and educational co-production with the local community to demonstrate the importance of history in the wider community.
Placement opportunities
Gain professional experience in the heritage sector as part of our Master’s degree.
Investigating past worlds, crossing continents
We are researching topics from the medieval to the modern period, from sexuality in the Middle Ages right through to Cold War Europe and slavery in North America.
Top 20 in the UK
We're ranked 17th for the significance, rigour and originality of our research (Research Excellence Framework 2014).
Courses
Our videos
MA History Open Day Talk
Find out more about our new MA History in this open day talk. Professor Keir Waddington introduces the history department including teaching expertise and research themes, while Dr James Ryan expands on the content of our MA and the features that make it distinctive.
History, Archaeology and Religion at Cardiff University
Find out more about studying with us at the School of History, Archaeology and Religion.
Learning together
Dr Jenny Benham and Charlotte Willis talk about the importance of learning about other cultures and societies.
Our new Master’s degree explores topics more deeply across a range of periods and countries, offering exciting opportunities to undertake research and work with heritage partners.
Learn more about us
Centrally located
Study in the heart of our leafy city centre campus at the John Percival Building, with easy access to the University’s magnificent Special Collections and Archives in the adjacent Arts and Social Sciences Library.
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Next steps
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How to apply
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