Modern History (Hons) The University of Winchester

Overview

The Modern History (Hons) at The University of Winchester offers a comprehensive exploration of the forces that have shaped our contemporary world. This degree encourages students to connect historical events with modern challenges through a global lens. By studying at this institution, learners engage with a curriculum that spans from the Reformation to the digital age.

Why Modern History (Hons) at The University of Winchester?

• Benefit from high student satisfaction ratings, with the department previously achieving 100% for academic support in national surveys.
• Study in a historic city that serves as an extended classroom, featuring close links to the Hampshire Record Office and the National Archives.
• Access immersive international study trips to major European capitals such as Berlin, Paris, or Madrid to bring global history to life.
• Engage with the Modern History Research Centre, which hosts specialist seminars and visiting academics from prestigious institutions.
• Gain practical experience through opportunities with the British Museum, the Mary Rose, and various heritage organisations.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 16700 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Year 1

• Case Study in History
• Global Histories
• Early Modern Worlds
• Modern Worlds

Year 2

• History in Practice
• Themes in History
• Sources in History
• Work Placement

Year 3

• Dissertation
• Depth Study in History
• Comparative Study in History
• Contested History
• History and Heritage
• Histories on Screen

Careers with Modern History (Hons)

Graduates from this programme are well-equipped for diverse professional paths in the heritage and cultural sectors. Many find success as historians, museum curators, or archivists within national and international organisations. The analytical and research skills gained also support careers in teaching, publishing, and marketing.

The University of Winchester maintains a strong reputation for employability, with many alumni securing roles in the arts, press, and governmental bodies. Students may also choose to progress to postgraduate study, including Master's degrees in History, Cultural Heritage, or conversion courses in Law and Psychology.