History - the study, analysis and understanding of the past - is as important today as it has ever been, and it continues to make vital contributions to how we comprehend and interact with the world around us. It is a relevant, dynamic, fascinating and important field of study which, at Goldsmiths, is approached in creative, innovative and exciting ways.
Understanding past societies fosters emotional intelligence and allows us to appreciate the diversity and adaptability of human life. Understanding our pasts can help us to shape our futures and, crucially, help us shape those futures intelligently, insightfully, fairly, and with compassion.
The essential skills of researching, interviewing, and writing in a number of different long-form and short-form style.
Language Proficiency Test - IELTS/TOEFL
Reading and Writing History
Historical Perspectives
Global Connections: the violence and exchanges that shaped the modern world
Historical Controversies
Media History and Politics
Introduction to Power, Politics and Public Affairs