History and Philosophy BA

This varied and challenging Joint Honours degree allows you to gain a deeper understanding of human thought and action over time.

You’ll discover key concepts and topics such as logic, ethics and historiography through core modules, where you’ll also develop research skills and learn to construct effective arguments. Then you’ll build on this knowledge base by choosing from a wide range of optional modules, allowing you to focus on topics that interest you across periods and cultures.

Our Schools of History and Philosophy, Religion and History of Science are large enough to host an impressively diverse range of research interests. That means we can offer degrees with plenty of choice so you can shape your degree to suit you.

Philosophy of the mind, religion or science, the Crusades, imperial Russia or modern China – whatever you’re looking for, the chances are you’ll find it at Leeds. You’ll also develop a range of skills that really stand out to employers.