Course Overview

You will be provided with a deep knowledge of the major conflicts of the twentieth century, including the Boer War, The First and Second World War, The Korean War, and the Yugoslav Wars among others. You will analyze why wars start as well as the impact each had on global developments, and their legacies. You will also explore the impact of war at a personal and cultural level, thinking about the memory of war, and the media around it. This focus on the two levels of war will allow you to understand the impact of broader political and economic concerns, and to consider how war affects societies. This degree in War Studies will allow you to hone advanced research skills and learn about a range of diverse methodological approaches to the study of modern history, encompassing both more traditional diplomatic, economic, and political history, and also spatial, cultural, and transnational methodologies to the study of war. Our MA War Studies is taught online, which means you can take the degree from wherever you are in the world. Teaching will take place through short, lecture-format videos, open discussion forums, and one-to-one tutorials via video communication. You will be assessed through a combination of the dissertation, essays, literature reviews, a portfolio, and your online engagement.

General Eligibility

You should usually hold a second-class honors degree (certain programs may require a 2:1) from a recognized British or overseas university.

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement