Culture, Heritage and History

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years SociologyHistoryHistory of art

A-Level Entry

BC

Avg. Graduate Salary

£21,000

About this course

Combining the complementary subjects of culture and heritage with history, this joint degree covers a wide range of subjects from early history through to the modern day. You will explore culture, history, language, literature and much more, within a national and international context, preparing you for life beyond university.

As you progress through the course, you will choose from a combination of modules, equally balanced between the two disciplines. You will have the opportunity to participate in an optional museum studies module, as well as possible volunteering positions across the Highlands.

Please see our FAQ sheet on our website for further information on this course.

Please note this course is delivered entirely online and available to study from anywhere in the world. Applicants outwith Scotland including International, should apply to the UHI Orkney study location.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BC
Scottish Higher BBC

Study Options

This course is available in 7 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Oban

Avg. Salary: £21,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Elgin

Avg. Salary: £21,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Thurso

Avg. Salary: £21,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Lerwick

Avg. Salary: £21,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Dingwall

Avg. Salary: £21,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Kirkwall

Avg. Salary: £21,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Inverness

Avg. Salary: £21,000

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3412 Authors, writers and translators
4135 Library clerks and assistants
2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
1133 Public relations and communications directors
4112 Local government administrative occupations
3416 Arts officers, producers and directors

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Oban
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Sociology, History, History of art
Avg. Graduate Salary
£21,000