The BA History and Sociology at Queen's University Belfast is your gateway to understanding the forces that shape societies, both past and present. You will explore fundamental questions about gender, race, class, religion, and the state, examining how historical events and social structures influence contemporary life. This joint honours degree is ideal if you are curious about the origins of modern challenges, from conflict and peacebuilding to social inequalities and political movements. You will develop a critical understanding of the world, grounded in rigorous academic inquiry and diverse research methods.
This full-time, on-campus programme is studied over three years, offering you the flexibility to tailor your studies through a wide range of optional courses in both history and sociology. You will engage with up-to-date research, learn quantitative and qualitative research methods, and gain practical skills using industry-standard software. In your final year, you can undertake a specialised dissertation, delving deeply into a topic of your choice. You will graduate with the analytical, research, and critical thinking skills essential for careers in policy, research, education, journalism, and the third sector.