Overview
Introduction
This degree is distinctive for its international perspective on the past. Spanning the 15th century to the present day, the programme pays as much attention to political, economic, social and cultural developments that have shaped states as to the relationships between them.
You can choose from a wide range of history courses covering virtually every region of the world and period in history. The Department of International History is world-leading for research and teaching. Taught by internationally acclaimed academics, you’ll develop your analytical powers, analyse complex evidence from a variety of sources and learn how to present your findings clearly – all highly transferable skills that are valued by employers.
You can also take options from other departments, including a language specialism – see the Programme Structure and Courses section for details.
LSE history graduates continue to have one of the best rates of employability and earnings after graduation in the UK. Our graduates secure rewarding and challenging careers in politics, journalism, the media consulting, law, research and teaching.
Preliminary readings
If you wish to gain further insight into the subject we suggest that you look at one or more of the following books:
- M Abbott History Skills (Routledge, 1996)
- Best et al An International History of the Twentieth Century and Beyond (Routledge, 2014)
- D Cannadine What is History Now? (Palgrave, 2002)
- R Evans In Defence of History (Granta, 1997)
- D Reynolds One World Divisible (Norton, 2000)
- D Stevenson 1914-1918: The history of the First World War (Allen Lane, 2004)
- O A Westad The Global Cold War: Third World interventions and the making of our times (Cambridge University Press, 2007)