History and Archaeology

Study world history to its full: explore vital topics such as gender, race and global imperialism, navigate diverse geographical regions, and traverse 1,500 years of history, from the fall of the roman empire through to the post-communist era learn important techniques and skills archaeologists use to engage with the past. tailor your degree to your areas of interest, such as exploring specific historical periods of cultures, or examining human bones and artefacts exeter is a city bursting with history and heritage that offers museums, art galleries and a wide range of historical architecture. the university library has extensive historical holdings and collections our research centres, which cover areas including medical history and medieval studies, are a focus for interdisciplinary research activity across the institution and have significant international reputations the student-staff liaison committee provides an opportunity to communicate your views and influence, change and shape your degree. the student-run history society organises guest speakers, trips and social events

This course is available with a placement year option where you will study for 1 additional year.the placement year provides you with a fantastic opportunity to broaden your horizons and develop valuable skills and contacts through working with a self-sourced organisation relevant to your degree subject.

• Type: Optional

• Duration: 12 Months

• Fees: Contact us for up-to-date information

You will be equipped with skills that are attractive to employers and relevant for a wide range of careers, including graduate-level roles in the heritage and arts sectors as well as other fields of work, including tv, education, retail management, recruitment, charities, finance and accounting, and journalism. example careers account manager archivist business analyst civil servant digital marketing and events executive event project manager global market researcher historian parliamentary researcher tv researcher

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 England 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. University of Exeter has partnerships with the following companies: