History, Heritage and Tourism - BA (Hons) in Leicester United Kingdom | De Montfort University

Delve into modern and contemporary history with a comprehensive, globally inclusive curriculum that spans European and non-European perspectives. You'll examine themes like colonialism, migration, post-colonial independence movements, gender studies, racial identity, and global conflicts, providing valuable context for understanding today's world. This program highlights history's connections to current social, political, and economic challenges, with particular emphasis on cultural heritage and tourism studies. Throughout your studies, you'll enhance your critical thinking and communication skills while learning from distinguished scholars who foster an engaging academic atmosphere through diverse teaching methods and evaluations.Examine British, South Asian, European, African, and American historical narratives, while specializing in unique areas such as photographic history, heritage preservation, and the evolution of tourism and recreation. Benefit from exclusive access to DMU's exceptional historical archives, featuring the Stephen Lawrence documents, Ski Club of Great Britain records, and the renowned Kodak collection housed in the Kimberlin Library.Program HighlightsOur teaching approach emphasizes active participation, creating a welcoming and stimulating learning environment. We empower you to formulate independent perspectives while cultivating essential skills for both academic success and professional advancement.Each module enhances your capabilities as a historian, focusing on critical analysis, investigative techniques, logical reasoning, and assessment skills. The curriculum also develops transferable competencies that increase career prospects across diverse fields.You'll learn directly from leading authorities - the very scholars authoring your course materials. Our history faculty are celebrated for their exceptional teaching and groundbreaking research. We're committed to delivering an energetic, thought-provoking educational experience, enriched by visiting experts who discuss both course-specific subjects and wider historical themes.Assessment methods are diverse and include: collaborative projects, historical document analysis, oral presentations, digital portfolios, multimedia productions (podcasts/videos), academic papers, timed writings, and culminating in an independent research dissertation. These evaluations progressively build upon each other throughout your studies, with continuous feedback opportunities. The varied assessment formats allow you to capitalize on your strengths while developing competencies in creative thinking, project coordination, teamwork, public speaking, adaptable writing styles, and digital literacy.