School of History
Our School is a vibrant learning community of staff and students. We cover a wide range of periods and regions, from Medieval to Modern, from Britain and Europe to America, the Middle East, and Asia.
We believe that studying history is about exploration in a vibrant learning community of staff and students. Together we explore the subject across periods and regions with students shaping their own intellectual journey. At UEA History we know that the best way to research is to be teaching-active, seeing students as partners in our wider professional practice. We are superbly proud of our achievements and are ranked 3rd in the country (REF2021).
Exciting careers in a wide range of fields, such as law, the civil service, heritage, finance, and teaching await graduates of History. Skills training is embedded into every aspect of learning and teaching. Our curriculum offers modules with work placements, a semester abroad, learning activities to develop digital skills for the creative economy, and workshops on pathways into future career destinations. You will leave us with highly-transferable skills, such as the ability to communicate effectively and to research, analyse, and present complex data.
The student-led History Society is one of the most active at UEA. It provides peer-support, organises social and cultural events, and runs its own field trips within East Anglia and Europe and produces a regular newspaper.
Courses
Landscape History
The English landscape has been described as the richest historical record we possess. Society has developed in geographical pockets, as reflected in our...
Modern History
On our MA Modern History you will examine contemporary trends through historical lenses, by focusing on the deeper histories of nationalism, imperialism and...
Early Modern History
Don’t just study history: write it. Our Early Modern History Master’s degree will equip you with the tools you need to examine and interrogate primary and...
Postgraduate Research in History
To understand our world, sometimes we need to look at our past. this is what our researchers and members of staff do every day. Our postgraduate researchers...
Medieval History
Study for your Master’s degree in a region steeped in Medieval History. Taught by internationally recognised scholars, our course will help you get to grips...
History and Politics
Our History and Politics BA is the perfect course for anyone who’s interested in the way history and politics impact on one another. It’s an exciting opportunity...
History
Dive into the past and uncover the rich history of many different periods, countries and cultures. You’ll explore and study civilisations, events and individuals...
Modern History
Witness the unfolding of history and understand its influence on present day events. You’ll explore significant world events, from 1750 up to as recent as the...
Research
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