History and Literature
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)History and Literature BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), based in Inverness, 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
The joint honours degree in history and literature allows you to turn your passion for the past and for writing into an interesting career.
The BA (Hons) History and Literature covers a range of approaches, from thematic modules that cover a variety of places and historical periods, to concentrated and in-depth studies of a particular group of authors or periods of history.
Each year, you will build on your analytical and research abilities through a series of skills modules.
You can also choose to specialise in Scottish History at the upper levels and graduate with a BA (Hons) Scottish History and Literature degree.
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 House study location.
Entry Requirements
Study Options
This course is available in 7 study options:
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BA (Hons)
Location: Inverness
Avg. grad pay (5y): £22,000
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BA (Hons)
Location: Lerwick
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
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BA (Hons)
Location: Dingwall
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
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
- Inverness
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- History, English literature and creative writing
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £22,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ