History

Highlights: Spanning the medieval to the modern period, our research specialisms cover diverse themes including politics, protest, gender, religion, society, country estates, culture, economics, and Welsh identity. Enhance your employability through valuable work placement opportunities. Recent students have worked with the National Trust, Gwynedd Archaeological Trust, and Menai Heritage. Immerse yourself in history by studying in a Grade I listed building. The University's Archives and Special Collections is an accredited repository with a distinguished collection of archival material, dating back to the Middle Ages. Steeped in history, North Wales offers fieldtrips to the castles and town walls of Edward I in Gwynedd, Slate Landscape of Northwest Wales and Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, which are UNESCO World Heritage sites. We recently achieved 94% overall satisfaction in History in the National Student Survey, 2025. Course Overview: On our History degree, you will study various sequences of cause and effect from days gone by, drawing your own conclusions about successes and failures. On this degree in History a choice of modules gives you flexibility to choose how you study the past as it relates to different historic events, themes, countries and chronological periods. History has been taught at Bangor University since it was established in 1884. We have an excellent reputation for teaching and research in medieval and early modern history, strengths encompass the Normans and Anglo-Normans; Welsh princes, Tudors, and Stuarts. Our expertise in modern and contemporary history includes nationalism, the labour movement, consumerism, protest, government policy, country houses and estates, gender and colonialism. Bangor University is an ideal place to study your History degree: the oldest city in Wales, its Cathedral is located on a site used for Christian worship since the sixth century. Bangor Pier provided access to and from passenger ferries as far back as 1292. You’ll join a welcoming, supportive, close-knit community, which makes your learning experience more personal. Fieldtrips and excursions are integral to the course, capitalising on our spectacular location. A short journey away and you can explore the Segontium Roman Fort, established nearly two millennia ago, the medieval Caernarfon Castle. The island of Anglesey is home to the prehistoric burial ground and Neolithic chambered tomb of Bryn Celli Ddu, Caer Gybi, a Roman fort built in the third century, and Beaumaris Castle - the last in the ‘iron ring’ of imposing castles built by Edward I. Read more Course options Placement Year What is the Placement Year? This exciting opportunity allows you to spend a year working with a self-sourced, professional organisation relevant to your studies. You'll typically start between June and September of your second year and finish by the following June or September. Placements can be UK-based or even overseas. Why choose a Placement Year? Gain practical experience that complements your academic learning Make valuable industry contacts that could open doors for future careers Strengthen your employability by gaining real-world experience. How does the Placement Year work? With dedicated support from your Academic School and our Careers and Employability Services, you will be fully equipped to find the perfect placement to complement your degree. We will guide you through the process of securing and finalising your placement arrangements. Is the Placement Year for you? There is no need to decide now. You will have the chance to explore the Placement Year option after starting your course at Bangor University. We'll provide all the information you need to make an informed decision. Ready to find out more? Discover the exciting work experience opportunities available by visiting the Work Experience During Your Degree section on our website. International Experience Year What is the International Experience Year? Take your…

IELTS 6.0 (5.5) overall (figure in brackets is the minimum in each component)

International students: £18,000

UK students: £9,790

UK/Home: £9,790

International: £18,000

September 2026

UCAS equal-consideration deadline

• Bangor, United Kingdom