26 Bachelor's degrees offered by the university

Medieval History and Archaeology (Hons) at University of St Andrews blends aspects of archaeology and material culture with a wide variety of medieval historical issues and geographic locations to suit different interests, whether that be in early Islamic Iran, the Britons and Saxons, medieval political thought, or queenship. 

MA in Scottish History (Hons) from University of St Andrews is an ideal introduction to understanding Scotland’s unique historical development and place in the wider world. By studying Scottish history, you will get a grounding in the history of the country, adding breadth and depth to your experience living, studying and working in Scotland. 

The MA in English (Hons) at University of St Andrews  will teach you to closely read texts across a range of genres and historical eras, and to consider the ideas, human values and historical forces that have helped shape literature.

The MA in History (Hons) at University of St Andrews will teach you to discover and analyse the full range of human activity over time. Through historical awareness, which enriches contemporary experience by linking the present with the past, you will be able to recognise the cultural and social values that have shaped cultures across the globe. 

The MTheol in Theology (Hons) from University of St Andrews is intended for those who wish to focus their university career on topics directly related to theological and biblical studies. You will study the history and literature of Israel, the person of Jesus of Nazareth, Paul’s letters and the rapid growth of the early church, and contacts between Christianity and Greek and Roman philosophy. 

The BD in Divinity (Hons) at University of St Andrews is a shorter course intended for those who already have an undergraduate degree and are interested in focusing on theological and biblical studies. 

The MA in Classics (Hons) at University of St Andrews is a four-year course run by the School of Classics. You can take this degree whether or not you have studied Latin or Greek before. There are beginners’ courses in both Greek and Latin for those who have not studied the languages before or who have only studied them a little.

Comparative Literature at University of St Andrews opens up literary study across boundaries of culture and language. It offers students the chance to read texts of any genre, of any period, and written in a multitude of languages, all in English translation. 

The BA in Classical Studies (International Hons) at University of St Andrews offers two pathways: Greek and Latin, or Ancient History and Archaeology. Both pathways allow you to explore the cultures of the Mediterranean world in great depth, from the Bronze Age through Late Antiquity. 

The History (International Honours) is a joint degree delivered by both the University of St Andrews and the College of William & Mary in Virginia, USA. This joint degree allows you to spend two years at each institution.

Combined Studies from from University of St Andrews  is designed specifically for those returning to education after a significant break. Delivered on a part-time basis in the evening, this course is ideal for those who may have other commitments which prevent them from undertaking full-time study.

Medieval History (Hons) at University of St Andrews will teach you to engage with sophisticated modes of thought and expression across medieval Europe and the Middle East. You will grapple with complex issues and gain a clear understanding of the historical background which underlies the present day. 

The MA in Biblical Studies (Hons) at University of St Andrews provides an opportunity to explore the profound influence that the Christian and Jewish Scriptures have had on Western civilisation. Your studies will focus on the Old Testament and New Testament, but you will also encounter a large number of other Jewish and Christian writings from these periods, such as the Dead Sea Scrolls.

The MA in Theological Studies (Hons) at University of St Andrews provides an introduction to the rich theological traditions of Christianity, covering the history of Christian theology from the early church to the modern world. 

The MA in Greek (Hons) at University of St Andrews will develop your Greek language skills and will also develop skills of literary and cultural analysis which are important for understanding complex texts, arguments and problems in our own culture, too.

Knowledge of Latin is the key both to an enormously rich body of literature and to in-depth understanding of a complex and influential culture. The Latin (Hons) at University of St Andrews will develop your Latin language skills and your literary and cultural analysis skills which are important for understanding complex texts, arguments and problems in our own culture too. 

The MA in Philosophy (Hons) at University of St Andrews will familiarise you with the views put forward by the principal figures of the philosophical tradition. It will also provide you with the means of rationally and independently assessing arguments. 

The MA in Classical Studies (Hons) at University of St Andrews is a four-year course run by the School of Classics.  The first two years focus on Greek and Roman literature, art and culture.

Religion in Society from University of St Andrews  is offered as an option for part of an Honours degree in the Faculty of Arts, in combination with other subjects: International Relations, Management, Philosophy, Social Anthropology.   

The MA in Modern History (Hons) at University of St Andrews will teach you to analyse historical events from the past five-hundred years from a present-day context. You will choose from a range of optional classes with very broad chronological, geographical and thematic coverage.