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Politics and Contemporary History MA

University of Nottingham

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Course options

  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    University Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Our Politics and Contemporary History MA course explores the recent past and how political, social and historical events have shaped the world we're living in today. The programme enables you to study in both the departments of Politics and International Relations and History at Nottingham.From the modules in these two disciplines you can construct a course to reflect your own particular interests. You'll have the opportunity to explore topics such as contemporary British history, covert political action and terrorism.You'll be taught by expert staff from a range of disciplines such as international relations and history.The School of Politics and International Relations holds workshops and conferences with guest speakers from international institutions, some of which have included:Edward Garnier – former Conservative Party politicianProfessor Michael Clarke – specialist in defence studiesFaiza Shaheen – Director of the Centre for Labour and Social StudiesYou'll have the opportunity to undertake a placement as part of your studies to apply your knowledge to real-world settings, helping you to stand out to employers.You'll graduate ready for a range of careers including working in the public and private sector, the media, politics, government or research.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 25,750per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

  • University League Table

    26th

  • Campus address

    University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 2RD, England

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A member of the Russell Group and Universitas 21 international network, Nottingham is a truly global university, welcoming students from over 150 countries.
Nottingham offers a range of prestigious international scholarships for high-achieving students from around the world.
Nottingham is known as one of the UK's top sporting universities. Its students and alumni have won Olympic, World and Commonwealth medals.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    History

    21st out of 90 2

    18th out of 74 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    143 70%

    25th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    13th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.13 78%

    60th

    5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    150 69%

    24th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    21st

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.05 76%

    50th

    18

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