BA Modern European Studies
Course Overview
This innovative course empowers you to decenter traditional historical narratives by combining the deep study of one or two European languages with a rigorous history degree. You will gain unique access to primary sources and develop a more nuanced, multi-perspective understanding of European societies, both past and present. A transformative year abroad offers complete linguistic and cultural immersion, a defining experience that builds confidence and shapes your global outlook.
Key Program Highlights
- Decenter history by studying it through the lens of other cultures, ideologies, and languages
- Gain direct access to a wider range of untranslated historical texts and primary sources
- Undertake a transformative year abroad for full linguistic and cultural immersion
- Customize your degree by splitting focus between language acquisition (two-thirds) and history modules (one-third)
- Develop a sophisticated, multi-perspective understanding of contemporary European societies
Course Overview
This innovative course empowers you to decenter traditional historical narratives by combining the deep study of one or two European languages with a rigorous history degree. You will gain unique access to primary sources and develop a more nuanced, multi-perspective understanding of European societies, both past and present. A transformative year abroad offers complete linguistic and cultural immersion, a defining experience that builds confidence and shapes your global outlook.
Key Program Highlights
- Decenter history by studying it through the lens of other cultures, ideologies, and languages
- Gain direct access to a wider range of untranslated historical texts and primary sources
- Undertake a transformative year abroad for full linguistic and cultural immersion
- Customize your degree by splitting focus between language acquisition (two-thirds) and history modules (one-third)
- Develop a sophisticated, multi-perspective understanding of contemporary European societies
