The History major offered by the School of Humanities, Media and Cultural Studies is concerned with the ways that cultural forms and identities are related to the past, but also how we represent and read history as an aspect of contemporary political and cultural debates.
History is a shifting discourse, open to a variety of interpretations.
It is a dialogue, in this sense, between the past and present. The study of history involves interpreting and understanding both present and past. The School is committed to preparing graduates with the skills valued in making creative and meaningful contributions in the community and the workplace. History is therefore well placed to provide students with important skills that are relevant in a range of occupations and activities graduates may wish to engage in. The School of Humanities, Media and Cultural Studies is committed to preparing graduates for life after their degree.