BA Modern and Contemporary History
BA Modern and Contemporary History
This BA programme is for those with a strong interest in the making of the world we live in today. You will be able to choose from a wide range of courses focussing on the history of Europe and the United States in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. The School of History is home to many of the leading historians of this period. Our staff has expertise in modern British, European, and American history, as well as in the international relations that have defined the contemporary world.
The BA in Modern and Contemporary History is carefully structured to build on your A Level study as you develop the skills and knowledge that come with intensively studying history. Our teaching methods reflect the richness and diversity of historical sources for the modern era. You will learn about this period through lectures, film screenings, field trips and seminars. Your reading will encompass historical studies, archival documents and works of literature. Click through for information about each year, modules, teaching and assessment.
At the School of History we pride ourselves on the friendly, supportive atmosphere in which our students work and learn. Our students are at the centre of everything we do, and they are a vital, vibrant and diverse part of our community. Click here for links to Undergraduate Profiles.
"The tutors have such a passion for their field and you know you are being taught by some of the best." - Asha, 2nd Year BA History
"All the staff I met at Queen Mary were really supportive, enthusiastic and approachable."
- Sam, BA History, Graduated 2010
"My best time was when Peter Mandelson came to the campus to speak... Seeing such a key political figure talking about what he did was amazing." - Ashley, 2nd Year BA History
Entry Requirements
The School of History’s standard entry requirement is 320 UCAS points (equivalent to ABB at A-Level – though we do not accept A-Levels in Critical Thinking and General Studies), however we are interested in hearing from all who would like to take one of our innovative degree programmes. Alternative qualifications are accepted. Please contact the Admissions Department for more information.
Fees
Tuition fees for Home and EU students will be set at £9,000 per year from September 2012 and the college will put into place a significant package of scholarships and bursaries to ensure access for all.
Higher fees may seem daunting, but remember that you do not have to pay anything up front and the arrangements for repaying your tuition fees and maintenance loan have been designed to make higher education as affordable as possible. You will not have to start repaying your tuition fee loan until the April after you graduate and are earning at least £21,000 a year. Income-related repayments will be deducted automatically from your pay through the tax system.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about studying History at Queen Mary, or about the application process, our friendly admin team are only to happy to help. You can contact the Admissions Officer on j.clifford@qmul.ac.uk or +44 0 20 7882 8370.
For further information you can also call the college's Enquiries Hotline (UK callers only) on Freephone 0800 376 1800.
International students should contact the Admissions and Recruitment Office for further information.
Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 5511
email: admissions@qmul.ac.uk
www.qmul.ac.uk/international