BA (Hons.) History & Media

The History and Media (BA) course at Leeds Beckett University is an innovative and stimulating programme that combines the study of history with the theory and practice of media. This blend offers students a unique perspective on contemporary issues and also gives them a firm grounding in historical research methods and interpretations.Course Content: During this course, students will learn about significant historical events, individuals, and changes while developing an understanding of how media, society, and history interact. The course allows students to study historical periods from the Crusades to the Cold War, with topics covering Europe, America, Asia, and Africa. On the media side, modules range from photography and film to music, television, and digital media. Key Modules: Key modules of this course include Understanding Media, Being Human: History and the History of Ideas, Historical Controversies, Gender and Media, and Making Histories: Public History and Heritage. In the final year, students also have the opportunity to complete a major independent project merging their interests in both history and media.Future Careers: Graduates of this course may pursue careers in a variety of sectors such as the media industry, public relations, archives, museums, and heritage sites. They may also wish to enter into related fields such as teaching, journalism, foundation community work, and many more.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.