History
Explore historic moments with us and find out what happened and why in a world shaped by our past.
Why study with us
Curious about the human experience across millennia and cultures, we are seeking to better understand our past to illuminate our present and improve our future. We are an inquisitive academic community, passionate about the study of the past and beliefs from prehistoric times to contemporary societies.
After graduation
86% of graduates were in employment and/or further study, due to start a new job or course, or doing other activities such as travelling, 15 months after the end of their course. (Graduate Outcomes survey 2022/23).
Our research
Placed in the top 20 for research power in History (REF 2021).
We're experts
You'll be taught by internationally respected and research-active experts.
Courses
Entry year
Studying History at Cardiff University
Our academics share insight into this fascinating subject, the welcoming community you’ll join, and the kinds of exciting opportunities and wider support you can expect.
Learning history through role-play
In your third year with us, you'll have the opportunity to learn through role-play, taking on the role of a Czechoslovak ambassador in the 1930s. Find out how some of our recent students fared...
What's it like to be a history student with us?
History (BA) graduate Lydia chatted with us about her time as an undergraduate student, her life in Cardiff, and what made her stay on as a postgraduate student.
If you're thinking about coming to study History at Cardiff University, don't think twice. The skills I developed have proved to be incredibly transferable. The friendships and connections I've built in Cardiff will stick with me for life, and we will always think of Cardiff with love.
I really enjoyed the academic freedom of studying history. I felt valued and supported throughout my degree. The teaching standard is amazing.
An innovative and internationally recognised centre of excellence
Most lectures, tutorials and practicals take place in our home, the John Percival Building. It includes purpose-designed and specialist suites of conservation and archaeological laboratories.
Just next door is the Arts and Social Sciences Library, home to our prestigious Special Collections plus extensive collections and archives in archaeology, ancient history and history.
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Next steps
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*Based on UK-domiciled, full-time graduates who were studying for their first degree. Source: Graduate Outcomes 2022/23 survey results published by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). Copyright Jisc 2025. Jisc cannot accept responsibility for any inferences or conclusions derived by third parties from its data.
Undergraduate
Join a community of open-minded thinkers and doers, where everyone is empowered to reach their full potential. Together, we’ll work hard to build a better future—for you and the wider world.
Undergraduate prospectus 2027
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