Times Top 10 for History Cambridge Oxford Durham LSE KCL Warwick York UCL St Andrews Exeter

Guardian Top 10 for History Oxford Cambridge KCL St Andrews UCL Warwick Durham LSE Edinburgh Glasgow

Why do a History degree?

A graduate in History typically will have the ability to:

• Demonstrate command of a substantial body of historical knowledge.
• Understand how people have existed, acted and thought in the context of the past.
• Read and use texts and other source materials critically and empathetically.
• Appreciate the complexity and diversity of situations, events and past mentalities.
• Recognise there are ways of testing statements and that there are rules of evidence which require integrity and maturity.
• Reflect critically on the nature and theoretical underpinnings of the discipline.
• Marshall an argument, be self-disciplined and independent intellectually.
• Express themselves orally and in writing with coherence, clarity and fluency.
• Gather, organise and deploy evidence, data and information.
• Analyse and solve problems.
• Use effectively ICT, information retrieval and presentation skills.
• Exercise self-discipline, self-direction and initiative.
• Work with others and have respect for others' reasoned views.
• Work collaboratively and participate effectively in group discussions.
• Show empathy and imaginative insight. 

Who will want to employ me as a History graduate?

A degree in history is a solid foundation from which to launch a career. Your attention to detail, ability to gather and assess information, and the knowledge of how to present facts clearly and concisely will make you popular in the civil service, diplomatic services, business, public relations or in the media.

You would also be well placed to take a postgraduate teaching qualification if you want to inspire the next generation.