History (Research)

Noted for depth, breadth and innovation, the research output of our historians covers a vast range of topics.

Our research expertise extends from ancient to contemporary times; Britain to America, the Middle East, Asia and Australia; and from political history to economic, medical and environmental history. In particular, the History Department has special strengths in culture and politics; identities; gender and power; and ideas, belief and societies.

The department includes the following research centres: Centre for Minority Studies
Centre for South Asian Studies
Centre for the Study of the Body and Material Culture
Hellenic Institute
Holocaust Research Centre
Postcolonial Research Group