History including Foundation Year - BA (Hons)

USW history graduates enjoy excellent employment prospects. You’ll develop valuable skills in communication, research, analysis, critical thinking, organisation, and project management which are highly sought after across various sectors. Recent graduates have secured roles in museums, archives, and heritage sites like Cyfarthfa Castle. Many have entered teaching, while others have launched high-value careers in publishing, civil service or management.

We maintain strong connections with museums and heritage bodies, offering placements, industry engagements, and site visits. Our collaborations have extended to institutions in the US, Europe, and Australia. USW’s History Research Group is recognised for its world-leading and internationally excellent impact. This research builds connections with the Welsh Government, the National Museum of Wales, and other key organisations, where our staff serve as historical advisers. Additionally, our staff deliver courses and talks with the Historical Association, providing valuable opportunities to engage with cutting-edge research.

You’ll have access to advice from our careers and employability service throughout your studies and when you graduate. This includes one-to-one appointments with faculty-based career advisers either in person or virtually through video call or email. We also have online resources to help explore career options and ensure you present yourself well to employers. These include psychometric tests, career assessments, a CV builder, an interview simulator, and application help. We also have over 2,000 registered employers targeting business graduates, so we’ll sign you up to receive weekly email alerts for jobs that match your interests too.