History and Archaeology
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)History and Archaeology BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), based in Lerwick, taught full-time over 4 years. Graduates earn £22,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is BC.
A-Level Entry
BC
Typical offer · UCAS
Avg. Graduate Salary
£22,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
If you’re interested in delving into the past using different methods, this joint-honours degree gives you an excellent grounding in the study and practice of history and archaeology.
In the BA (Hons) History and Archaeology you will explore history from the medieval to the modern period, focusing on the cultural, political, social and economic history of Scotland, Britain, Europe and the Atlantic World. In addition, you can choose to specialise in Scottish History at upper level, enabling you to graduate with a BA (Hons) Scottish History and Archaeology.
You will also develop a wide range of archaeological skills such as fieldwork, surveying and post-excavation, which are mapped to the current occupational standards for archaeology, increasing your employability after graduation.
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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 House study location.
Entry Requirements
Study Options
This course is available in 7 study options:
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BA (Hons)
Location: Lerwick
Avg. grad pay (5y): £22,000
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BA (Hons)
Location: Inverness
Avg. grad pay (5y): £22,000
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BA (Hons)
Location: Kirkwall
Avg. grad pay (5y): £22,000
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BA (Hons)
Location: Elgin
Avg. grad pay (5y): £22,000
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BA (Hons)
Location: Dingwall
Avg. grad pay (5y): £22,000
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BA (Hons)
Location: Thurso
Avg. grad pay (5y): £22,000
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BA (Hons)
Location: Oban
Avg. grad pay (5y): £22,000
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:
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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
- Lerwick
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- History, Archaeology
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £22,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ