This course explores the recent past and how political, social and historical events have shaped the world we're living in today. You'll engage with topics including labour and urban history, women’s history, religion and conflict in the Middle East, film history, and contemporary British history.
You'll be taught by expert staff from a range of disciplines including social sciences, history, theology and American studies.
The school regularly holds workshops and conferences with guest speakers from international institutions, some of which include:
Edward Garnier – former Conservative Party politician
Professor Michael Clarke – specialist in defence studies
Faiza Shaheen – Director of the Centre for Labour and Social Studies
You'll have the opportunity to undertake a placement as part of your studies to apply your knowledge to real world settings, helping you to stand out to employers.
You'll graduate ready for a range of careers including working in the public and private sector, the media, politics, government or research.
| Level | Masters |
| Discipline | Arts and Humanities |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Intakes | Jan, Sep |
| Application Fees | GBP 50 |
| Tuition Fees | GBP 21500 |
| Campus | University Park |
| Language proficiency (minimum) | |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
|---|---|
| TOEFL | 90 |
| PTE | 71 |
| Duolingo | Not Accepted |
| Exam proficiency (minimum) | |
| SAT | Not Required / Waiver |
|---|---|
| ACT | Not Required / Waiver |
| GRE | Not Required / Waiver |
| GMAT | Not Required / Waiver |
Minimum GPA - 77.0%
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