All students are encouraged to play an active part in the meetings of the War Studies Society. The purpose of our undergraduate programmes, which have been running since 1991, is to provide students with a sophisticated understanding of war, both as a subject worthy of study and as an intellectual preparation for the widest possible range of career choices. These skills include the ability to handle a wide range of evidence, analyse complex issues and present conclusions in a clear and effective manner. There is also an option with applied computing and one with film studies. The War Studies element of these programmes is given below Selection procedure Our programmes are suited to students with an inquiring mind, an interest in the subject and a determination to make full use of the rich and varied curriculum.
Optional courses See the list of optional courses .
A significant proportion of War Studies graduates move into a related career such as the armed forces, the Civil Service, defence industry, defence publishing, journalism, analysis or museum work. Some return to the Department to do a PhD and then move into a teaching post in a university or military academy. The large number who enter unrelated careers benefit significantly from the interdisciplinary and analytical skills they have acquired and from the excellent reputation of the Department. Request our War Studies Prospectus, which includes more information about the courses available, from the Department Information Secretary. Contact details above.