Study Details: MA 1 year full-time,
2 years part-time
Our MA in Modern History combines an advanced level introduction to the methodologies and techniques of modern history with a wide range of thematic modules exploring the 18th to 21st centuries.
You’ll gain a sound understanding of various topics of your choice from the modern period, from the history of moving images to the politics of past injustices. You’ll analyse important historiographical developments and their impact on modern historical study. Finally, you’ll develop practical skills which are not only essential to your studies, but will also prepare you for a diverse range of careers.
You’ll quickly feel part of our lively departmental community and we encourage you to attend seminars, masterclasses and research training sessions throughout the year. You’ll have full access to the Centre for Modern Studies which provides an active programme of academic seminars, small conferences and reading groups involving both academic staff and graduate students.
2:2 or equivalent in History or a relevant subject.
We would consider a 2:2 but our decision would depend on the whole application including the quality of the written work submitted.
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While completing your MA, you will gain essential skills in research, presentation and analysis. These skills are invaluable for progressing to a PhD and for a diverse range of careers.
Core modules:
Approaches to Modern History
Research Training
Option modules:
You will also study three option modules. Examples can be found below. Some option module combinations may not be possible. The options available to you will be confirmed after you begin your course.
Russian Foreign Policy from Alexander I to Vladimir Putin
The Bandung Movement
The Organisation of Crime Since 1600
A Picture of Health
Smell and the Past
Borders, Boundaries and Belonging: Migration in Sub-Saharan Africa since 1900
Method Matters: Key Readings and Debates in Modern British Political History
Oral History Methods
Messiahs, Mojaheds and Marxists
Goods, Ideas and People: Modern Latin America from a Global Perspective
Creating the American Empire
Our modules may change to reflect the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff, and in line with Department/School academic planning.
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