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Politics & Contemporary History MA
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The MA in Politics & Contemporary History provides you with an advanced critical study of the government and politics of contemporary Britain, using history and historical methodologies. It develops the knowledge, techniques and skills relevant to your interests and research needs and equips you for independent research and analysis and for writing at an advanced level.
Key benefits
- Study contemporary history and politics in the heart of London, with unrivalled access to archives and libraries.
- Course tutors include renowned experts in the field of politics and contemporary history.
- You attend regular research seminars in contemporary British history and have full access to other exciting activities, including seminars, conferences and other public events.
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After studying this course you can go on to a career in journalism, the civil service, management consultancy, teaching and research.
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Employability
After studying this course you can go on to a career in journalism, the civil service, management consultancy, teaching and research.
Curious to find out more? Access on-demand content including taster lectures and talks, and meet our current staff and students on our subject hub page.
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