Course Modules

This module examines the role of literature, arts and other cultural forms and processes in conducting international relations. It is an introduction to the notions of soft power and cultural diplomacy and how Britain and other states, and intergovernmental organisations, […]

This module examines the historical context to the governments of Mrs Margaret Thatcher, PM and her continued influence on modern British politics. You will consider the meaning of the term ‘Thatcherism’ as you situate this political belief system in comparison

This module introduces you to the study of International Relations. You will learn the origins of the academic discipline and chart its evolution into modern approaches to the field. You will examine the relations between states and analysing some of

This module delivers an overview of the history of early medieval Britain. You will examine major political events and social change from around 500AD to the aftermath of the Norman Conquest of 1066. You will explore the Saxon societies of

This module examines the causes and ramifications of the Hundred Years’ War. You will explore the long-standing tensions between the royalties of England and France in the lead up to the war, as well as military tactics used by both

This module moves chronologically through the monarchs and events of the sixteenth century. You will consider the role of political faction in the decision-making process under Henry VIII; the impact of the Reformation at the centre and in the localities;

This module examines the emerging commercial cultures of Early Modern England. Using primary sources of wills, business accounts, personal letters and diaries, you will consider the changing attitudes to business and consumption of the period and how they laid the

This module aims to provide you with a robust understanding of the nature of ideology, its operation within different political and cultural contexts, including Marxist, liberal and conservative approaches. You will also explore and analyse a range of indicative political

This module will introduce you to oral history as a methodology, as well as the evaluation of oral sources by historians. You will seek to place oral history within the wider debates around history as a discipline, and as a

This module explores major themes and events in English history from the 12th to the 15th century. You will study events including: the Angevin Empire and its loss, Magna Carta and the role of the Papal Monarchy, the relative peace