BA (Hons) History and Philosophy

The History and Philosophy BA Hons (VVC5) course at Lancaster University provides a unique opportunity to study two different yet interconnected disciplines at a higher standard. This intellectually stimulating course explores the profound and complex relationship between history and philosophy, allowing students to critically assess historical approaches, adopt innovative perspectives, and create new interpretations. Course Content: The curriculum is a balanced combination of both disciplines, ensuring a cross-fertilization of ideas and providing a comprehensive understanding of each. In the first year, students develop a strong grounding in the essential aspects of both history and philosophy. In the second and third years, students can tailor the course to their interests by selecting from a range of exciting and innovative modules. Key Modules: Key modules include From Modernity to Postmodernity, From Ancient to Modern: Understanding History and Culture, Critical Skills in History and Philosophy, and Historical Skills and Debates. The third year culminates in a dissertation project, allowing students to explore a topic of their choice in depth.Future Careers: Graduates have gone onto successful careers in areas such as law, public service, the charity sector, marketing, journalism, the armed forces, teaching, and business. Many have also chosen to pursue further academic study.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page. Click here to visit