Course summary
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
Modules
At least 60 credits will be taken with the School of Politics and International Relations, plus a 60-credit dissertation. The remaining 60 credits may be studied with other schools/departments across the university, subject to approval, with certain modules being especially recommended.
Assessment method
You will be assessed in different ways on various modules. Assessment methods will include examinations and coursework essays.
Entry requirements
2.1 (or international equivalent); IELTS: 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
For fee information, see www.nottingham.ac.uk/fees
Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Course contact details
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