European History

Two-year joint international programme with a focus on European history in comparative and global perspective. Students are at King�s during the first and last phases of the degree, and spend one or two semesters at partner European universities. The degree offers an exceptional range of options in fields such as social, economic and political history. Leads to further research or international careers.
KEY BENEFITS

• Based at one of the best history departments in the world, ranked 2nd in the UK by The Sunday Times newspaper (2011).
• Access to the combined talents of two or three internationally renowned History departments, and to the research and cultural resources of many capital cities of Europe.
• An enormous range of optional modules covering every region of Europe and a variety of transnational themes, including comprehensive coverage of the history of the European empires.
• Excellent graduate prospects, amongst the top five in the country (Times Good University Guide, 2010).
• The central London location offers students unrivalled access to world-class museums, collections, archives and libraries.

PURPOSEThe Joint MA in European History is designed to provide a programme of study for ambitious students who intend to pursue advanced study or aim for an internationally mobile career trajectory. The programme offers students thorough training in European history in comparative and global perspective, supported by a wide range of relevant modules offered by King�s and European partner universities.

DESCRIPTIONThis two-year full-time MA programme is an innovative international programme offered by King’s in collaboration with a consortium of renowned universities located in European capital cities. The programme enables students to study abroad at one or two of the partner universities in their second and/or third semester. This is the first MA programme in history to bring together a truly multinational, Europe-wide collaboration of high-profile partner universities. Partners include the Humboldt University Berlin, University College Dublin and the University of Rome Tor Vergata.

The programme reflects the most recent developments in the writing of European history. Students will study the social, political and economic history of Europe and Europe’s cultural, religious and intellectual life. Further, students will have the opportunity to investigate the history of violence and conflicts, colonialism and post-colonialism, nation building, international and transnational relationships and migration.

Semester One:
At King’s, students participate in a core introductory module, and optional modules taught at the internationally acclaimed History Department. Students prepare for their semester(s) abroad through support by a personal tutor and a specifically tailored departmental workshop. Students can also draw on excellent workshops and briefings offered by experienced staff at the Study Abroad Office and are encouraged to engage with the large and vibrant international community at King’s.

Semesters two and/or three:
During the mobility phase, students will spend one or two semesters abroad at one or two of the partner universities. Core teaching is offered in English at all partner universities; in addition students may take suitable modules offered in the local language of instruction.

Semester four:
Students pursue their dissertation at King’s working one-on-one with an academic supervisor. A faculty member from one of the partner universities may act as second supervisor.

Study in LondonStudents will find rich and inspiring research material in London’s many significant research libraries, archives and museums. International research collections are within a few hours’ travel. London also has the advantage of a strong graduate community, where students can follow up a range of interests towards further research. Students are strongly encouraged to participate in the seminars at the Institute of Historical Research (IHR), many of which are convened by members of the Department.

Careers
The Joint MA in European History is aptly suited for students interested in pursuing an internationally mobile career. The degree cultivates research, writing, and analytical skills that can be applied to a broad range of careers, e.g. in education, journalism, finance, governance and the cultural sector. It is also offers an excellent grounding for students interested in going on to a PhD in History or adjacent disciplines.