Welcome to the Department of History

We foster enthusiasm for the study of history through a focus on encounters and exploration, ideas and identities. Our emphasis on encounters addresses the interplay of religious, political and cultural differences across time and place. We use innovative, interdisciplinary approaches to encourage the exploration of issues, controversies, and themes rather than chronological periods. By examining the development of ideas and identities, we draw upon the past to illuminate the conflicts and challenges of modern life.

History at Goldsmiths promotes intellectual curiosity and independent critical thinking. We offer flexible and challenging programmes of study at undergraduate and postgraduate levels featuring carefully developed teaching invigorated by current research. The geographical range of our courses includes Asia, Africa, Eastern and Western Europe,and the Middle East.

Our graduates have gone on to pursue careers in commerce and industry,central and local government, research and teaching, museums and galleries, law, journalism and the media.

"After studying at Goldsmiths I no longer like history, I love it. My degree has been exciting, challenging and certainly the best thing I have ever done. The Goldsmiths History Department doesn't just teach you history, it teaches you to be confident in yourself and your ideas."

Coral, BA in History & History of Ideas

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