The Modern and Contemporary History BA at the University of Leicester invites you to explore the pivotal events and forces that have shaped our world over the last two centuries. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you are fascinated by the complexities of modern history and international relations, and wish to understand the political, social, and cultural dynamics that drive global change. You will develop a critical understanding of historical inquiry, engaging with diverse methodologies to analyse everything from the 20th-century political order to the nuances of British, European, American, and global historical developments.
Studied full-time on campus over three years, this Bachelor of Arts degree immerses you in the practice of history. Your first year establishes core skills, while subsequent years allow you to specialise through a wide array of optional modules, from the history of violence and gender history to specific political studies. You will transform into a practising historian, culminating in an independent research dissertation in your final year, supported by expert supervision. You will graduate with advanced analytical and research skills, prepared for careers in archives, museums, policy, journalism, or further academic study.