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University of Sussex: Contemporary History
| Institution | University of Sussex View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | History |
| Web | www.sussex.ac.uk |
| pg.enquiries@sussex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01273 876787 |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
Sussex is well-situated for accessing an extraordinary range of resources and documentary materials.
The Keep, a world-class archival centre on our doorstep is home to the German-Jewish archives, the papers of Rudyard Kipling and Leonard Woolf, and the Mass Observation Archive, an unparalleled resource for the study of modern British history.
Sussex also has easy access to the British Library and National Archives in London.
We combine a long tradition in a field of scholarship pioneered at Sussex with a commitment to fostering new and emerging fields of inquiry.
Core supervisory expertise is offered in the following:
- all aspects of 20th-century British history
- the history of the United States
- trans-national and comparative histories of race
- gender history
- the histories of youth and popular culture
- the impact of war in the modern world
- German-Jewish history
- the history of emotion.
We particularly welcome outstanding applications that reflect Sussex’s distinctive interdisciplinary and comparative approach to historical research.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Sussex is well-situated for accessing an extraordinary range of resources and documentary materials.
The Keep, a world-class archival centre on our doorstep is home to the German-Jewish archives, the papers of Rudyard Kipling and Leonard Woolf, and the Mass Observation Archive, an unparalleled resource for the study of modern British history.
Sussex also has easy access to the British Library and National Archives in London.
We combine a long tradition in a field of scholarship pioneered at Sussex with a commitment to fostering new and emerging fields of inquiry.
Core supervisory expertise is offered in the following:
- all aspects of 20th-century British history
- the history of the United States
- trans-national and comparative histories of race
- gender history
- the histories of youth and popular culture
- the impact of war in the modern world
- German-Jewish history
- the history of emotion.
We particularly welcome outstanding applications that reflect Sussex’s distinctive interdisciplinary and comparative approach to historical research.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Sussex is well-situated for accessing an extraordinary range of resources and documentary materials.
The Keep, a world-class archival centre on our doorstep is home to the German-Jewish archives, the papers of Rudyard Kipling and Leonard Woolf, and the Mass Observation Archive, an unparalleled resource for the study of modern British history.
Sussex also has easy access to the British Library and National Archives in London.
We combine a long tradition in a field of scholarship pioneered at Sussex with a commitment to fostering new and emerging fields of inquiry.
Core supervisory expertise is offered in the following:
- all aspects of 20th-century British history
- the history of the United States
- trans-national and comparative histories of race
- gender history
- the histories of youth and popular culture
- the impact of war in the modern world
- German-Jewish history
- the history of emotion.
We particularly welcome outstanding applications that reflect Sussex’s distinctive interdisciplinary and comparative approach to historical research.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Sussex is well-situated for accessing an extraordinary range of resources and documentary materials.
The Keep, a world-class archival centre on our doorstep is home to the German-Jewish archives, the papers of Rudyard Kipling and Leonard Woolf, and the Mass Observation Archive, an unparalleled resource for the study of modern British history.
Sussex also has easy access to the British Library and National Archives in London.
We combine a long tradition in a field of scholarship pioneered at Sussex with a commitment to fostering new and emerging fields of inquiry.
Core supervisory expertise is offered in the following:
- all aspects of 20th-century British history
- the history of the United States
- trans-national and comparative histories of race
- gender history
- the histories of youth and popular culture
- the impact of war in the modern world
- German-Jewish history
- the history of emotion.
We particularly welcome outstanding applications that reflect Sussex’s distinctive interdisciplinary and comparative approach to historical research.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Sussex is well-situated for accessing an extraordinary range of resources and documentary materials.
The Keep, a world-class archival centre on our doorstep is home to the German-Jewish archives, the papers of Rudyard Kipling and Leonard Woolf, and the Mass Observation Archive, an unparalleled resource for the study of modern British history.
Sussex also has easy access to the British Library and National Archives in London.
We combine a long tradition in a field of scholarship pioneered at Sussex with a commitment to fostering new and emerging fields of inquiry.
Core supervisory expertise is offered in the following:
- all aspects of 20th-century British history
- the history of the United States
- trans-national and comparative histories of race
- gender history
- the histories of youth and popular culture
- the impact of war in the modern world
- German-Jewish history
- the history of emotion.
We particularly welcome outstanding applications that reflect Sussex’s distinctive interdisciplinary and comparative approach to historical research.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Sussex is well-situated for accessing an extraordinary range of resources and documentary materials.
The Keep, a world-class archival centre on our doorstep is home to the German-Jewish archives, the papers of Rudyard Kipling and Leonard Woolf, and the Mass Observation Archive, an unparalleled resource for the study of modern British history.
Sussex also has easy access to the British Library and National Archives in London.
We combine a long tradition in a field of scholarship pioneered at Sussex with a commitment to fostering new and emerging fields of inquiry.
Core supervisory expertise is offered in the following:
- all aspects of 20th-century British history
- the history of the United States
- trans-national and comparative histories of race
- gender history
- the histories of youth and popular culture
- the impact of war in the modern world
- German-Jewish history
- the history of emotion.
We particularly welcome outstanding applications that reflect Sussex’s distinctive interdisciplinary and comparative approach to historical research.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Sussex is well-situated for accessing an extraordinary range of resources and documentary materials.
The Keep, a world-class archival centre on our doorstep is home to the German-Jewish archives, the papers of Rudyard Kipling and Leonard Woolf, and the Mass Observation Archive, an unparalleled resource for the study of modern British history.
Sussex also has easy access to the British Library and National Archives in London.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Sussex is well-situated for accessing an extraordinary range of resources and documentary materials.
The Keep, a world-class archival centre on our doorstep is home to the German-Jewish archives, the papers of Rudyard Kipling and Leonard Woolf, and the Mass Observation Archive, an unparalleled resource for the study of modern British history.
Sussex also has easy access to the British Library and National Archives in London.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Sussex is well-situated for accessing an extraordinary range of resources and documentary materials.
The Keep, a world-class archival centre on our doorstep is home to the German-Jewish archives, the papers of Rudyard Kipling and Leonard Woolf, and the Mass Observation Archive, an unparalleled resource for the study of modern British history.
Sussex also has easy access to the British Library and National Archives in London.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Sussex is well-situated for accessing an extraordinary range of resources and documentary materials.
The Keep, a world-class archival centre on our doorstep is home to the German-Jewish archives, the papers of Rudyard Kipling and Leonard Woolf, and the Mass Observation Archive, an unparalleled resource for the study of modern British history.
Sussex also has easy access to the British Library and National Archives in London.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Sussex is well-situated for accessing an extraordinary range of resources and documentary materials.
The Keep, a world-class archival centre on our doorstep is home to the German-Jewish archives, the papers of Rudyard Kipling and Leonard Woolf, and the Mass Observation Archive, an unparalleled resource for the study of modern British history.
Sussex also has easy access to the British Library and National Archives in London.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Sussex is well-situated for accessing an extraordinary range of resources and documentary materials.
The Keep, a world-class archival centre on our doorstep is home to the German-Jewish archives, the papers of Rudyard Kipling and Leonard Woolf, and the Mass Observation Archive, an unparalleled resource for the study of modern British history.
Sussex also has easy access to the British Library and National Archives in London.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
MA
Summary
Our innovative and diverse MA focuses on key themes in the history of Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East from the late 19th century onwards. Some of the themes that you may explore include:
- the emergence of modern human rights
- the impact of the ‘cultural turn’ and identity politics on the discipline of history
- the role of community archives, digital resources and family histories in the creation of ‘people’s history’ and ‘public history’
- historical explanations for the extraordinary violence that afflicted the world in the first half of the 20th century.
You’re introduced to historical methodology and practice – especially the ‘cultural turn’ and ‘global turn’ in historiography – and how they might be used in devising and researching your individual research project.
You can also take part in our world-leading work on contemporary Britain. Our approach places everyday experiences within their social, cultural, economic and political contexts. We draw on the unparalleled resources of the renowned Mass Observation Archive. We are also home to innovative research centres, including the Centre for German-Jewish Studies, the Centre for Intellectual History and the Centre for World Environmental History. You’ll immerse yourself in the field’s literature and integrate the historical perspective with that of other social sciences.
As a graduate, you’ll be prepared to undertake doctoral research and have the ability to critically understand the modern world – valuable skills for a variety of careers and employment opportunities.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in history or another humanities or social sciences subject. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. For more information about our entry requirements and English language requirements, please visit our website. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Our innovative and diverse MA focuses on key themes in the history of Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East from the late 19th century onwards. Some of the themes that you may explore include:
- the emergence of modern human rights
- the impact of the ‘cultural turn’ and identity politics on the discipline of history
- the role of community archives, digital resources and family histories in the creation of ‘people’s history’ and ‘public history’
- historical explanations for the extraordinary violence that afflicted the world in the first half of the 20th century.
You’re introduced to historical methodology and practice – especially the ‘cultural turn’ and ‘global turn’ in historiography – and how they might be used in devising and researching your individual research project.
You can also take part in our world-leading work on contemporary Britain. Our approach places everyday experiences within their social, cultural, economic and political contexts. We draw on the unparalleled resources of the renowned Mass Observation Archive. We are also home to innovative research centres, including the Centre for German-Jewish Studies, the Centre for Intellectual History and the Centre for World Environmental History. You’ll immerse yourself in the field’s literature and integrate the historical perspective with that of other social sciences.
As a graduate, you’ll be prepared to undertake doctoral research and have the ability to critically understand the modern world – valuable skills for a variety of careers and employment opportunities.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in history or another humanities or social sciences subject. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. For more information about our entry requirements and English language requirements, please visit our website. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Our innovative and diverse MA focuses on key themes in the history of Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East from the late 19th century onwards. Some of the themes that you may explore include:
- the emergence of modern human rights
- the impact of the ‘cultural turn’ and identity politics on the discipline of history
- the role of community archives, digital resources and family histories in the creation of ‘people’s history’ and ‘public history’
- historical explanations for the extraordinary violence that afflicted the world in the first half of the 20th century.
You’re introduced to historical methodology and practice – especially the ‘cultural turn’ and ‘global turn’ in historiography – and how they might be used in devising and researching your individual research project.
You can also take part in our world-leading work on contemporary Britain. Our approach places everyday experiences within their social, cultural, economic and political contexts. We draw on the unparalleled resources of the renowned Mass Observation Archive. We are also home to innovative research centres, including the Centre for German-Jewish Studies, the Centre for Intellectual History and the Centre for World Environmental History. You’ll immerse yourself in the field’s literature and integrate the historical perspective with that of other social sciences.
As a graduate, you’ll be prepared to undertake doctoral research and have the ability to critically understand the modern world – valuable skills for a variety of careers and employment opportunities.
**Core modules**
Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.
Historical Skills and Methods
The People’s Heritage
Human Rights in History
Dissertation
**Options**
Alongside your core modules, you can choose options to broaden your horizons and tailor your course to your interests.
**Careers**
Studying for a Contemporary History MA at Sussex will develop your skills in attention to detail, research, written communication and teamwork. Many of our graduates have gone on to careers in areas such as:
teaching, research and publishing
law and the Civil Service,
museums, libraries and archives.
Others have gone on to further study.
**Entry requirements**
You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in history or another humanities or social sciences subject. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. For more information about our entry requirements and English language requirements, please visit our website. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Our innovative and diverse MA focuses on key themes in the history of Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East from the late 19th century onwards. Some of the themes that you may explore include:
- the emergence of modern human rights
- the impact of the ‘cultural turn’ and identity politics on the discipline of history
- the role of community archives, digital resources and family histories in the creation of ‘people’s history’ and ‘public history’
- historical explanations for the extraordinary violence that afflicted the world in the first half of the 20th century.
You’re introduced to historical methodology and practice – especially the ‘cultural turn’ and ‘global turn’ in historiography – and how they might be used in devising and researching your individual research project.
You can also take part in our world-leading work on contemporary Britain. Our approach places everyday experiences within their social, cultural, economic and political contexts. We draw on the unparalleled resources of the renowned Mass Observation Archive. We are also home to innovative research centres, including the Centre for German-Jewish Studies, the Centre for Intellectual History and the Centre for World Environmental History. You’ll immerse yourself in the field’s literature and integrate the historical perspective with that of other social sciences.
As a graduate, you’ll be prepared to undertake doctoral research and have the ability to critically understand the modern world – valuable skills for a variety of careers and employment opportunities.
**Core modules**
Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.
Historical Skills and Methods
The People’s Heritage
Human Rights in History
Dissertation
**Options**
Alongside your core modules, you can choose options to broaden your horizons and tailor your course to your interests.
**Careers**
Studying for a Contemporary History MA at Sussex will develop your skills in attention to detail, research, written communication and teamwork. Many of our graduates have gone on to careers in areas such as:
teaching, research and publishing
law and the Civil Service,
museums, libraries and archives.
Others have gone on to further study.
**Entry requirements**
You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in history or another humanities or social sciences subject. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. For more information about our entry requirements and English language requirements, please visit our website. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
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