History and Philosophy University of Sheffield

Award	Attendance	Study	Duration	Start	Domestic fees	International fees
BA	On-Campus	Full-time	3 years	September	find out	find out

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Course overview

Develop a deeper understanding of human thought and behaviour across time and place. Knowledge of philosophy will make you a more effective student of history, and your history modules will help you to understand the context of some of the great works of philosophy.

Uncover the past and examine the thoughts and behaviours underpinning human experience - developing a complex understanding of human behaviour across time and place.

A knowledge of philosophy can make you a very effective student of history, and your study of history will help you understand the context of the most profound philosophical thoughts and theories. This powerful combination develops the skills of independent judgement, critical thinking and constructing effective arguments - a set of skills which will open a variety of career opportunities.

Studying history, you’ll have the opportunity to explore past societies from the ancient world to the 21st century, exploring global political, social, economic and cultural themes. Studying philosophy, you’ll explore core topics such as the philosophy of language, ethics, metaphysics and logic, as well as specialist areas such as education, film and feminism.