Modern History at City brings together historians, scholars of politics, and experts from across the university and the public sphere.
Our research and events highlight global developments, transnational interactions, and offer historical perspectives on contemporary events.
We promote interdisciplinary dialogue and stimulate intellectual exchange within City, across the different University of London campuses, and beyond.
City, Modern History website
Visit the research website for more information about modern history at City, including areas of scholarship, projects and related activities.
Our people
Staff and members of City, Modern History include:
- Dr Lise Butler
- Dr Thomas Davies
- Dr Justin Davis Smith
- Dr Dina Fainberg
- Thomas Furse
- Dr Georgios Giannakopoulos
- Dr Peter Grant
- Dr Giuseppe Grieco
- Dr Diya Gupta
- Dr Claudia Jefferies
- Dr Jeppe Mulich
- Dr Andrew Payne
- Dr Margot Tudor
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Undergraduate History programmes at City invite you to gain a world-class degree in a vibrant and dynamic learning environment. You will learn about major political, cultural, social and economic forces that have shaped our world.
You will gain new insights into the history of political activism, nationalism and empire, global conflict and colonialism, slavery and genocide. You will explore British, Caribbean, East Asian, Soviet, South Asian, and U.S. history, as well as the exciting new worlds of digital and public history.
Career perspectives
Studying History at City will equip you with the knowledge and skills required for a wide range of careers in both private and public sectors.
History graduates work in nearly every field – the civil service, public policy, law, advocacy and NGOs, museums and the heritage sector, education, foreign affairs, journalism, publishing, digital content, banking and finance.
During your History studies, you will develop a wide range of skills preparing you for a rewarding professional future in today’s globalised world: research and information analysis, teamwork, problem solving, time and project management, written and oral communications.
City, Modern History website
Visit the research website for more information about modern history at City, including areas of scholarship, projects and related activities.