History BA (Hons)

Studying history develops your knowledge of the past and gives you an understanding of the present. Studying an undergraduate degree in history – the story of humanity through the ages – develops your knowledge of the past and gives you a better understanding of the present. Throughout your BA History course, you'll receive excellent training in areas such as problem-solving, communication, research methods and interpretation. Why History at Strathclyde?Learn about the context in which we live today through some of the most important and interesting periods in UK and world history.Students can enjoy an optional year abroad – studying at a foreign university – as part of our course.Benefit from excellent teaching in a range of professionally relevant areas, such as problem-solving, communication, research methods and interpretation that enhance your employability.Opportunity to study abroad in a North American or European university for six or 12 months.Access to internships and placements.Your CareerOur graduates have secured employment in marketing and PR companies, the Civil Service and intelligence services, the Scottish parliament, charity sector, banking, libraries, museums and heritage, teaching, academia and journalism.Recent graduate roles include:Business Banking ManagerBusiness Development GraduateEnglish TeacherGraduate Trainee - Financial ServicesMarketing internStudio Executive at The Telegraph