Keele University Prospectus Undergraduate | 2017 | Page 78

Undergraduate Prospectus 2017 | English, History and Liberal Arts History Key Information Why study this course? Course type At Keele, you’ll study the way humans have always tried to organise their lives – physically and conceptually, individually and together. Such an appreciation of the past is essential to understanding where we are today and how we’re attempting to shape the future, and even societies in the very distant past can be highly relevant. You’ll learn the sk ills of the historian as you deepen your understanding of eras, continents and cultures from political, social and religious perspectives. You’ll develop an understanding of different approaches to history and the range of skills and methods used in its pursuit. For information on dual honours combinations please visit www.keele. ac.uk/ugcourses or page 158 Indicative modules BBB or ABC Develop a lifelong appreciation of the historical past as well as its influence on the societies of today and tomorrow. First year • Historical Research and Writing • Histories of the Extraordinary and the Everyday • Modern History • History Media and Memory Second year • Sources and Debates • State and Empire in Britain, 1530-1720 • Castle and Cloister in Medieval Europe, 900-1250 • Right-Wing Movements in Interwar-Europe • Imperialism and Empire Third year • History Dissertation • Religion, Rebellion and the Raj • Kingship of Edward II • The Making of Contemporary Africa • Gender and Sexual Identity in Victorian Britain What will this mean for my future? Studying History at Keele will provide you with important skills to carry through the rest of your life. You’ll develop the sort of enquiring, open-minded and creative attitude which employers are looking for. Some career options may require further study, but you could go on to work as a teacher, librarian, archivist, museum conservator, heritage manager, barrister, solicitor, civil service administrator, journalist, or a politician’s assistant or researcher. For more course information please visit keele.ac.uk/history 78 Book an Open day keele.ac.uk/visiting Single honours, dual honours, major, minor Course duration Three years Indicative entry requirements For further information on entry requirements please visit www.keele.ac.uk/ entryrequirements Study abroad Yes