French and History

About this programme

Graduate outcomes: Strathclyde ranked joint 1st in Scotland HESA Graduate Outcomes results 2026 Ranked: Top 10 in the UK for History (The Guardian University Guide 2026). Top 10 in Scotland for French (Complete University Guide 2027). French is a major international language. It's the first language of more than 100 million people across the world, while more than 60 million people speak French as a second language. Our BA degrees in Humanities & Social Sciences are initially broad-based. In Year 1, you'll study three subjects, including your chosen subject(s). Studying with us will give you the chance to become a fluent linguist and, with our year abroad programme, an opportunity to experience living, working and/or studying in another country. Studying history – the story of humanity through the ages – develops your knowledge of the past and gives you a better understanding of the present. Throughout your studies, you'll receive excellent training in areas such as problem-solving, communication, research methods and interpretation. Our classes cover some of the most important and interesting historical periods at home and abroad, including Scotland’s ‘Highland Problem’ in the 16 th century, Slavery in World History and Cold War Europe, 1945-1991. In every year, teaching focuses heavily on language work, but you'll also discover more about the culture of France and French-speaking countries. Two streams are offered in first-year: one for students with Higher French or an equivalent qualification and another for those without. Students in both classes study contemp