BA (Hons) History and Theology at University of the Highlands and Islands

Programme overview

A joint honours degree led by HTC and the Centre for History. The history element examines medieval, early modern and modern Britain, Europe and the wider world; the theology element focuses primarily on an evangelical and Reformed perspective while engaging with other Christian traditions. HTC is recognised by the Church of Scotland, the United Free Church and other denominations as a training provider.

Duration: Full time: 4 years; Part time: 8 years; Part time modular: 12-14 weeks | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 includes What is history?, a history option and two theological studies options such as Introduction to systematic theology, Jesus and the gospels and The Protestant Reformation; year 2 includes Historians and history and theology options such as Early church history and Exploring other faiths; years 3 and 4 continue with history and theology options and a dissertation.

Career pathways

Teaching and education, churches, missionary societies and agencies, museums and heritage, libraries and archives, government and civil service, non-profit organisations, postgraduate research, research in business, media and journalism.

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Application information

Entry requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grades BBC or above, or 2 A levels at grades BC or above, with at least two from the list of relevant academic subjects. Applicants with other relevant qualifications or experience are considered individually. Advanced entry to year two: HNC Social Sciences (12 SQA credits) with 3 additional SQA credits at level 7 and at least grade C in the Graded Unit, or NextGen HNC Social Sciences (15 SQA credits at SCQF level 7, Achieved). Advanced entry to year three: HND Social Sciences (30 SQA credits) with at least grades AB in the level 8 graded units, or NextGen HND Social Sciences (15 SQA credits at SCQF level 8, Achieved with Distinction), considered case by case; if not appropriate, entry is offered at year two. SWAP Access courses and other relevant humanities access courses are considered. International applicants (online from overseas or on campus): IELTS Academic overall 6.0 with no element below 5.5, or an approved equivalent test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/27). Scotland-domiciled students with a Scottish term-time address (includes EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status); full-time online, 120 credits per year Source

International applicants: GBP 7,505 a year (2026/27). Full-time online per year (120 credits) for students studying online from their home country; not eligible for Student Route Visa sponsorship Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full time: 4 years; Part time: 8 years; Part time modular: 12-14 weeks

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