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Are you curious about previous cultures? Do you wonder how the past has shaped the people we are today? Come to Reading, study History and discover the richness and variety of the human experience.
History explores the past and what it means to be human. Our world-leading experts will take you on a journey through Britain, Europe, Russia, Africa, America, the Middle East and South Asia over the last thousand years. You can immerse yourself in modules covering subjects such as crusading, witchcraft and heresy, fascism and communism, gender and culture, and politics and colonialism. You'll learn about a diverse range of societies, cultures and individuals while developing the skills and approaches necessary to study and research history, enabling you to go on to a wide range of careers.
You will be supported by friendly, approachable staff and taught in small interactive seminar groups, encouraging discussion and debate with tutors and fellow students. Our academics are experts at the forefront of their disciplines, whose research feeds into your studies, giving you exposure to the latest developments in the field. 96% agreed the staff are good at explaining things in the Department of History (National Student Survey, 2020). For more details, ask us at www.reading.ac.uk/question.
Our degrees are highly flexible, enabling you to shape your studies to fit your own interests. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to study abroad and experience life in another culture. Employability modules and work placements will complement your core learning and prepare you for your future career. Our history graduates are valued by employers for their research, analytical, teamwork and communication skills.
Courses
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BA Ancient History and History V117
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA Archaeology and History VV14
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA Archaeology and History with Professional Placement VV11
Full Time: 4 Years | including a professional placement
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Archaeology and History with Study Year Abroad VV12
including a study year abroad
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BA Archaeology and History with Placement and Study Abroad VV13
Full Time: 4 Years | including a placement and study abroad
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BA Classical and Medieval Studies QV81
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA History with Foundation V101
Full Time: 4 Years
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Full Time: 3 Years
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Full Time: 3 Years
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BA History and English Literature QV31
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA History and International Relations VLC2
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA History and Philosophy VV15
Full Time: 3 Years
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Full Time: 3 Years
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BA Modern Languages and History R9V1
Full Time: 4 Years
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