Modern History & Culture MA

The MA in Modern History & Culture takes you on a journey through time, exploring the evolution of global societies and their cultures. With a focus on the 19th century crime and entertainment, the rise of a superpower in the 20th century, the influence of the Middle Ages, and the history of racism, this program will deepen your understanding of how today's world has developed.

Through studying key debates in contemporary and modern history, you will develop critical thinking skills and form your own views on the social and political events that have shaped our world. You will examine how these events have affected everyday people, and the connections between different historical developments and social attitudes.

In addition to learning the methods and approaches of professional historians, you will also develop practical skills, such as finding and critically evaluating archival documents. The program also includes public-facing tasks and activities to develop transferable skills that are in demand in a variety of careers.