History, Genealogy & Archaeology

The Lifelong Learning Department at Aberystwyth University offers a wide range of courses in the subject areas of history, genealogy, and archaeology. From our three-part beginner genealogy series From Acorn to Oak to modules on Researching the History of Your House, we are sure you will find an interesting topic to study.

History Video Tasters

History Course Start Letters

You can study individual modules, or you can work towards a Certificate in Higher Education in Genealogical Studies.

Our courses are delivered in 2 different formats:

Self-paced online learning; delivered through Blackboard,our online teaching environment.
Face-to-face learning on Aberystwyth University campus and at other locations across Wales.

Whichever way you choose to study with us, we will make sure that you receive plenty of support and guidance so you can make the most of your learning experience. All our modules are university accredited and our tutors have extensive experience of delivering adult education.

If you have any questions about the programme please email Elin Mabbutt emm32@aber.ac.uk For administrative queries please email the Lifelong Learning Office learning@aber.ac.uk

How to enrol on an individual course

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Certificate in Higher Education: Genealogical Studies

The Certificate in Genealogical Studies is a part time, flexible scheme, which allows learners to complete at their own pace.

A certificate in higher education is made up of 120 credits and the majority of our modules are worth 10 credits. The certificate is the same number of credits as the first year of a full-time undergraduate degree scheme and equivalent to the same level of study (Level 4 in the National Qualifications Framework).

Designed to provide a thorough grounding in the theory and practice of historical research, family history, records and archives, students will attain the skills needed to carry out independent genealogical research.

You have five years to complete your studies and within that time you can take the courses at your own pace. Not all courses are on offer each year, but we will ensure that all the courses are made available over a period of time.