About History
History at Aberdeen is diverse and takes a comprehensive approach to the subject. Our courses are studied in chronological order, enabling you to explore the subject within a solid context. You will gain in-depth knowledge of past events, human activity, and the relations between cultures over time. You will explore topics in areas including Scottish and European history, the Vikings, medieval Europe, history and philosophy of science and the British experience.
Why Study History at Aberdeen?
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Our university collections and archives date from the 3rd century to the present day. We have 230,000 rare, printed books, more than 4,000 items from the 16th century and irreplaceable archival collections
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We have major international treasures, including the magnificent 12th-century Aberdeen Bestiary, a large Jacobite collection, works of the Scottish Enlightenment, and fascinating local records dating back to the Middle Ages.