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Overview
The Century City - London's Social, Cultural and Public History, 1900 - 2000 course from UCL Summer School attends to differences in the urban space, thinking about the dividing line of the Thames that separates the city north and south and the east–west divide.
You will study some of the major events of this period, including suffrage campaigns, two world wars, mass migration and decolonisation.
You will also examine how the public history of the city has been constructed through museums, walking tours, podcasts, documentaries, fiction and film.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students will have:
- Described key themes of London’s history in the 20th century.
- Explained the city’s historical geography.
- Analysed a range of primary sources for the study of 20th-century London.
- Recognised key museums, collections and sites that support such studies.
- Demonstrated practical public history skills through the creation of podcasts.
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Courses include:
- A Global Metropolis: Europe, Empire and the World
- Politics and Protest: from Suffrage to Stop the War
- London at War
- Londoners at Home (Visit to the Museum of the Home)
- Queer London: Sex in the City
- Migrant City (Visit to the Migration Museum)
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Duration
- Full-time
- 19 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Duolingo English Test 125
PTE Academic 76
IELTS 7
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Credits
15 alternative credits
15 UCL credits, 7.5 ECTS, 4 US
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
History Liberal Arts British Studies View 14 other Short Courses in British Studies in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 125
PTE Academic 76
IELTS 7
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Other requirements
General requirements
- IELTS (Academic) at least 7.0 overall and 6.5 in each component or equivalent
You will normally be able to demonstrate an average grade, or equivalent academic experience, of:
- 2:1 for most modules
- 2:2 for lower-level modules, if you are in or beyond second year at university.
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Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents2995 GBP / full≈ 2995 GBP / full
Living costs
London
United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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