History

Discover your future by exploring the past through our history programmes at Roehampton.

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Top modern university in London in History

(Complete University Guide 2025)

Ranked 12th best History programme in the UK

Guardian League Table 2024

History ranked 1st in London for Academic Support

National Student Survey 2024

Why choose History at Roehampton?

·        We are ranked in the top 3 universities in London for History (Guardian University Guide 2024).

·      We offer courses focused on Modern and Contemporary History, with a globally diverse curriculum exploring Britain, Europe, the United States and the wider world.

·        Employability is embedded throughout all three years of study. By exploring key events, movements and ideas across Modern and Contemporary History, you’ll develop valuable skills in research, analysis, communication and critical thinking, preparing you for careers across commercial, public and third sector organisations.

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