课程简介
从景观和空气污染到革命政治,了解现代历史如何继续塑造我们的世界,以及历史学家基于对过去的理解如何看待未来。从1700年开始,扩展您对英国,欧洲及整个世界的社会,文化和政治发展的了解。在全球事件中分析文件,包括电影,官方记录,个人叙述和信件。直接与利兹社区合作,并帮助发掘这座城市的悠久历史。凭借在研究,写作和批判性分析方面具有可转让的技能,您将是一个就业能力高的毕业生。
Nurture your understanding of social, cultural and political developments in Britain, Europe and the wider world. You’ll explore modern history from 1700 onwards.From landscapes and air pollution to the politics of revolution, learn about how modern history continues to shape our world.As part of this course, you’ll:Learn how historians look to the future based on their understanding of the pastExpand your knowledge of social, cultural and political development from 1700 onwardsAnalyse documents including films, official records, personal narratives and letters in the context of global eventsWork directly with communities in Leeds and help uncover the city's rich historyGain transferable skills in research, writing and critical analysis to become a highly employable graduateWe’ll nurture your passion. This course will develop your creative and critical thinking through:Inspired teaching and intellectual debateDay-to-day interaction with award-winning authors and playwrightsA rolling programme of media industry professionals, published lecturers and world-renowned researchersCareer opportunities<br>We’ll open your mind to the wide range of opportunities to pursue a career you love. This could be anything from writing and teaching, through journalism and copywriting, business and marketing, to research and publishing.Teaching & LearningIndependent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.Career ProspectsYou will graduate with skills you will use throughout your career. You will be able to think critically, analyse complex ideas, articulate arguments and work well independently and alongside others. You will be an accomplished researcher with the ability to evaluate large amounts of information quickly and effectively. As such, you could secure employment in a broad range of industries. Our graduates often pursue further study, either of an academic or vocational nature, and have entered careers in journalism, marketing, the heritage and museums sector, education and business development, to name just a few.
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