History and Sociology, BA (Hons)

To grasp the modern world, it is vital to explore historical patterns. At the University of Stirling, our History program employs an innovative approach to examine key events and eras that have shaped societies. Our degree develops a wide range of intellectual and personal skills, providing insight into global changes through studies in Scottish, British, European, American, and African history, as well as political, social, cultural, gender, race, computer, and environmental topics.Our faculty are leaders in the field, ranked in the top 15 UK universities for research impact in History and third in Scotland for outputs and impact (Research Excellence Framework 2021). This expertise enhances your studies, preparing you to become a skilled historian. You can focus on areas of interest and combine History with subjects like journalism, teaching, politics, or sociology. For more on our curriculum and enthusiasm for the discipline, explore our History Research at Stirling pages.