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Study Details: 12 months full time 24 months part time
This innovative course offers specialist investigation of the history of world affairs from the late nineteenth century until today. It focuses on the global implications of interactions between states, societies and other international actors, and on the impacts of transnational phenomena on international affairs over time.
Leading scholars in the field of international history will guide your study of the origins and significance of some of the key challenges we face in our times, including conflict, security, diplomacy, migration, refugeedom, international co-operation, and transnational activism. The course also offers the chance to work with some of our experts in global history and tackle issues such as empire, decolonisation, and global public health challenges.
By studying the most important changes in the global arena over the last one hundred years, you will develop a portfolio of skills to help you pursue your career goals and compete strongly in your chosen professional field. You’ll take core modules that cover major themes in international history and the methods and approaches used by international historians. You’ll also be able to choose from a wide range of optional modules spanning the history of nations, continents, periods, and themes.
A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) in History or a related subject
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This course will enable you to gain high-level research, analysis and communication skills, which will prove valuable in a wide range of careers.
History MA graduates have found success in a wide range of careers in journalism, policy making, research, and the private sector. Many others have continued with their studies at PhD level.
We offer different forms of support to help you reach your career goals. You’ll have the chance to attend our career groups, meeting students with similar plans, or you could become a paid academic mentor to an undergraduate completing their final year dissertation. You could also apply for one of the internships we offer each year.
Compulsory modules
Methods and Approaches in International History (30 credits)
Global Challenges and Diplomacy (30 credits)
15,000 word Dissertation (60 credits)
Optional modules (students will choose a further two modules worth 30 credits each)
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