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Full time & Part time October MA 1 Year Full Time / 2 Years Part Time
History & Archaeology (19)

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Are you fascinated by the human experience of war and its impact on society? Look no further than our MA War, Culture and Society programme. Delve into the complex questions surrounding war, exploring its effects from individual to global scales. Our interdisciplinary approach draws on expertise from history, literature, law, sociology, and psychoanalytic studies, giving you a well-rounded understanding. With a focus on case studies from around the world, you'll examine diverse perspectives on violence and conflict. Whether you have a degree in history or a related subject, or relevant work experience, we welcome applicants from various backgrounds. Join us and embark on a journey of intellectual growth and real-world value.

About the course

What is the human experience – and cost – of war? Looking beyond the dates and battlefield details of typical military history, this MA raises urgent questions about why societies go to war. You will engage with diverse perspectives on violence and conflict in the modern period, and examine case studies from all over the world.

Drawing on our expertise across a variety of disciplines, including history, literature, law, sociology and psychoanalytic studies, you will consider the effects of war on different scales, from the individual to the global, and on different groups. Some of the key questions we will consider include:

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Entry Requirements

A 2.2 Degree in History or a related subject such as: Archaeology, Anthropology, Art History, Foreign Language with Literature content Law, Literature, Politics or Sociology.

Will consider applicants with an unrelated degree but relevant work experience in for example museums or libraries.

We accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries. Get in touch with any questions you may have about the qualifications we accept. Remember to tell us about the qualifications you have already completed or are currently taking.



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Where is University of Essex
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