London,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Contemporary British History and Politics MA in London United Kingdom | King's College London
King's College London
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London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
30,000
(c. USD40,176.3)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
This program provides an opportunity to explore Modern British History and Politics at the heart of London, with direct connections to Westminster and Whitehall. You'll learn from a globally renowned History department, working alongside eminent scholars specializing in modern British history and political studies. The curriculum encompasses British economic, social, cultural, political, military, imperial, and diplomatic history, along with the history of British scientific, technological, and medical advancements. Graduates pursue careers in research, media, government, education, and financial sectors.Key advantagesRanked among the world's finest history departments, placing 3rd in the UK for Research Excellence (REF2021) and within Europe's top 10 (QS World University Rankings 2024).King's alumni boast exceptional employment rates and competitive starting salaries, ranked 7th in the UK for graduate prospects (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023).Our central London position provides unmatched access to premier museums, archives, libraries, and European resources.Students can enroll in Strand Group courses taught in collaboration with prominent British political figures.Learn from pioneering scholars who have shaped modern British historical understanding, actively engaged in research, media commentary, and public discourse.A distinctive program offering comprehensive coverage of modern history, historical analysis, and research methodologies.Program fundamentals:This Contemporary British History and Politics course delivers specialized training in analyzing historical factors influencing modern Britain. While concentrating on 20th-century British developments, we emphasize the importance of global contexts, particularly the Commonwealth, European relations, and transatlantic connections.Career prospects:Professional outcomesOur graduates acquire transferable skills for advanced academic research or diverse careers in public service, education, media, and political fields.
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Language Requirements
English
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Qualification Requirements
Standard requirements
A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).
Programme-Specific Requirements
2:1 undergraduate degree in history, politics or a relevant discipline, eg public policy, law or social science.
Evidence of achievement of an academic level comparable to at least 2:1 honours standard through past studies, and where previous study, work or experience (eg in government or NGO service) has made the applicant a suitable candidate, will also be considered.
In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme you should have a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme. If you are still studying you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme.Bachelor (Honours) degree / Master of Arts (Honours) degree with Upper Second Class Honours and 60% overall from the final two years.
Bachelor (Honours) degree / Master of Arts (Honours) degree with Upper Second Class Honours and 60% overall from the final two years
IELTS (Academic): 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in reading & writing and 6.0 in listening & speaking.
TOEFL iBT: 100 overall with a minimum of 25 in writing, 23 in reading and 20 in each of the other skills.
 
Tuition
GBP
30,000