History with Mandarin BA (Hons)

Program Overview

The History with Mandarin BA (Hons) at De Montfort University is a diverse and innovative program that combines historical studies with Mandarin language learning. It equips students with critical analysis, research, and communication skills, preparing them for careers in various fields, including teaching, law, and journalism. The program features block teaching, guest speakers, and a focus on employability skills, ensuring a well-rounded and engaging learning experience.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Diverse, international, and innovative
program focusing on modern and contemporary history.
• Equips students with research and analysis skills for critical information analysis, communication, and absorption.
• Covers British, South Asian, European, African, and North and South American history.
• Explores topics including colonialism, decolonisation, immigration, ethnicity, gender, photographic history, and sports history.
• Supports students with a passionate teaching team, guest speakers, and organized visits to museums and archives.
• Mandarin language studies

Outline:

• Block teaching:
Most students study one subject at a time for a simple timetable, regular feedback, and better study-life balance.
• First year:
• Block 1: Modern Britain Since 1800
• Block 2: Empire, Nation and Revolution in the 19th century
• Block 3: Mandarin Beginner or Mandarin Post-Beginner
• Block 4: Ideology, War and Society in the 20th Century
• Second year:
• Block 1: Global Cold War
• Block 2: Multicultural Societies in History
• Block 3: Mandarin Post-Beginner or Mandarin Intermediate
• Block 4: Investigating the Past
• Third year:
• Block 1: Culture, Society and Conflict
• Block 2: Independence Movements
• Block 3: Mandarin Intermediate or Mandarin Advanced
• Year-long: Dissertation

Assessment:

• Varied assessments including pair and group work, primary source analysis, presentations, portfolios, podcasts/videos, essay writing, timed essays, and individual project work culminating in a dissertation.
• Designed to build on each other and provide ongoing feedback.
• Emphasizes individual strengths and develops skills in creativity, project management, teamwork, communication, and technology use.
• Mandarin language assessments focus on reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills, along with cultural, social, and historical knowledge.

Teaching:

• Interactive, informal, and enjoyable approach.
• Encourages independent thought and skill development for historical study and modern workplaces.
• Modules improve analytical, research, reasoning, and evaluation skills.
• Taught by renowned experts in their respective fields, ensuring a lively and stimulating experience.
• Regular guest lecturers and speakers address curriculum-related and broader historical topics.

Careers:

• Employability skills integrated into the curriculum for diverse career paths.
• Graduates find success in teaching, law, public relations, marketing, journalism, civil service, and heritage/museum sectors.

Other:

• Block teaching allows for regular feedback and assessments.
• DMU offers excellent learning resources, including the Kimberlin Library, specialist workshops, and studios.
• Universal Design for Learning (UDL) approach provides support, facilities, and technology for all students, including those with disabilities and specific learning differences.
• DMU Replay technology offers anytime access to audio/visual recordings of lectures for flexible learning.
• DMU Global program enriches studies and expands cultural horizons through on-campus and UK-based activities, overseas study, internships, faculty-led field trips, volunteering, Erasmus+, and international exchanges.
• DMU Careers Team provides guaranteed work experience opportunities and career support.

UK EU/International Institution code: D26 UCAS course code: V1T1 Duration: Three years full-time, four years full-time with a placement. Six years part-time. Fees and funding: 2024/25 tuition fees for UK students: £9,250 Contact us: For more information, call us on +44 (0)116 2 50 60 70. How to apply Submit a study-related enquiry Duration: Three years full-time, four years with placement. Fees and funding: 2024/25 tuition fees for international students: £15,750 Contact us: For more information, call us on +44 (0)116 2 50 60 70. How to apply Submit a study-related enquiry