History

Our rich and rewarding history degree gives you an insight into processes of change, from the ancient world through to the modern period.

ELP programs are offered by universities or pathway institutions to assist students in achieving the language proficiency required for academic studies. You can get admitted to your course with a lower language requirement if you do an ELP program.

In 2016/17, the destinations of leavers from higher education survey showed that 97% of our graduates who were available for work reported they were in employment and/or further study within six months of graduation. history graduates find work in a wide range of related and non-related professional employment. popular employment sectors include: finance, publishing, law, journalism, advertising and marketing, culture and heritage, education, government, and other professional sectors. some choose to undertake postgraduate study at cardiff or elsewhere, and some have become internationally reputed historians. we encourage our students to think about life beyond university from day one, offering modules and support to give you a competitive advantage on graduating, while the school has a dedicated work placements officer who supports you with work experience opportunities both in and out of term time. graduate careers broadcast journalist lawyer advertising executive teacher historian

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in Wales have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. Cardiff University has partnerships with the following companies: