Course Overview
Modern British Studies, University of Birmingham, The Department of History was ranked first in the country in the Research Excellence Framework 2014. You will study four core modules [see full descriptions below]: New Directions in Modern British History Sites and Sources in Modern British Studies, Historical Methods: Research Skills, Research Methods & Skills: Dissertation Preparation, All core modules are assessed by 4,000-word essay. You will also choose two 20-credit optional modules - one in autumn and one in spring - or a 40-credit special-subject module which runs across both terms. The 20-credit modules are assessed by 4,000-word essay, while special subject modules are assessed by one three-hour exam and one take home essay exam paper. An indicative list of options can be found below. You will complete the MA with a 15,000-word dissertation on a topic of your choice.