Bachelor of History
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A one-year research master's in History completed through an independent supervised thesis.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate concepts and methods in History in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in historical analysis
- Primary sources and interpretation. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Museum Assistant
- Heritage Coordinator
- Research Assistant
Curriculum
- Independent research project in History guided by a supervisor
- Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
- And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Typical offer: A level ABB-BBC
- International Baccalaureate 32-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects
- GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) as set on the course page
- Equivalent international qualifications accepted
- Additional academic criteria: Varies by course
- Typical A-level offers published per course (for example Law AAA-ABB)
- IB and international equivalents by country.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 90
- PTE Academic 69
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Secondary School Completion Evidence
- Personal Statement
- Academic Reference
How to apply
- Review the History admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through UCAS. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £36,075 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £35 GBP |
| Deposit | £3,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Cardiff |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of History, Archaeology and Religion |
| Department | School of History, Archaeology and Religion |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 360 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Potential Cardiff University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to History. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
30 Jun 2027
228 days left
Scholarships
Potential Cardiff University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to History. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.
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The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 30 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £36,075 GBP per year. The application fee is £35 GBP. The deposit is £3,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90, PTE Academic 69.
Potential Cardiff University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to History. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.