History
A leading history department in the country, LJMU History has a 93% student satisfaction rating for teaching in the 2023 National Students Survey.
Housed within the John Foster Building, on the doorstep of the world famous Georgian Quarter, in the heart of one of the United Kingdom's most historically important cities, Liverpool John Moores University's History Department specialises in modern history, delivering a suite of fascinating modules within an innovative programme of study, which includes a Bachelor of Arts in History, Bachelor of Arts in History and English Literature and an MA in Modern History. The department also houses LJMU's Centre for Modern and Contemporary History, which supports a range of externally funded research projects and local, national and international collaborations with other higher education institutions, historical societies and museums.
The geographical and thematic breadth of the LJMU history department ensures a rich and rewarding learning experience – from Victorian Liverpool to the Soviet Union, from colonial Africa to the Cold War in the United States. Staff and students alike are immersed in the subject’s practical application, from local schools and colleges to museums and galleries, bringing academic history to life and a wider audience.
Undertaking an LJMU history degree is a transformative experience. Our graduates emerge with a range of innately valuable life skills. They are critical thinkers and problem solvers. They approach tasks with conviction and tenacity. They view society, and the world around them, with empathy and compassion. As a result, LJMU historians are well-equipped to pursue meaningful career pathways, making valuable contributions to society, as they forge their way in the world.
