Course Overview

If you’re interested in delving into the past using different methods, this joint-honors degree gives you an excellent grounding in the study and practice of history and archaeology.

In the BA (Hons) History and Archaeology, you will explore history from the medieval to the modern period, focusing on the cultural, political, social, and economic history of Scotland, Britain, Europe, and the Atlantic World. In addition, you can choose to specialize in Scottish History at the upper level, enabling you to graduate with a BA (Hons) in Scottish History and Archaeology. 

You will also develop a wide range of archaeological skills such as fieldwork, surveying, and post-excavation, which are mapped to the current occupational standards for archaeology, increasing your employability after graduation.

General Eligibility

• 3 Scottish Highers at grade BBC or above, or

• 2 A levels at grade BC or above

• At least two should be from the list of relevant academic subjects

• Applicants with other relevant qualifications or experience will be considered on an individual basis

Advanced entry to year two:

• HNC Social Sciences (12 SQA credits) with 3 additional SQA credits at level 7 which is equivalent to 120 degree credit points, and at least grade C in the Graded Unit will be considered for direct entry to year two

Part Time Work Details

20 hours work permit for international students

Language Requirement

• Applicants must have an IELTS score- 6.0 or equivalent

  English (PTE) Academic-58 average with 51 in each component

  TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) iBT4-Min 80 or above with min 18 in each section