Modern History MA
Course Overview - Modern History MA
### Why study Modern History at Kent?
* Work with world-leading experts. Based on the most recent Research Excellence Framework, the School of History was ranked 1st in the UK for research the *Times Higher Education*
* Develop an advanced understanding of modern history, ranging from the eighteenth century to recent events of contemporary relevance. With a particular emphasis on Military, Political and Medical History.
* Develop your capacity to think critically about past events, approach primary and secondary sources from a variety of p...
### Why study Modern History at Kent?
* Work with world-leading experts. Based on the most recent Research Excellence Framework, the School of History was ranked 1st in the UK for research the *Times Higher Education*
* Develop an advanced understanding of modern history, ranging from the eighteenth century to recent events of contemporary relevance. With a particular emphasis on Military, Political and Medical History.
* Develop your capacity to think critically about past events, approach primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives and understand the complex issues surrounding context and significance
* Engage with the wider historiography and discourse associated with your studies, understanding the structure and nature of cultural, political and social forces in the modern period
* We offer a suite of modules offered by leading experts in our areas of research strength, which include modern military, political and medical history.
* Gain practical skills which are essential to your studies and open up an exciting range of career possibilities
* You'll have full access to the Centre for the Study of War, Media and Society, the Centre for the Study of Global Cultures and Encounters, and the Centre for the Study of Health, Science and the Environment which provide an active programme of seminars, conferences and reading groups involving both academic staff and postgraduates.
* Have the opportunity to pursue your own research passions and develop an original research project, with mentorship from world-leading researchers.
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Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
2027-09-01
Campus
Canterbury campus
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