Welcome to the Department of History ‘Achieving the highest standards of research and education’ About the Department
Among the continent’s top five history departments King’s are ranked 18th in the world and 5th in Europe for history QS Subject Rankings, 2019
Undergraduate courses Study history in the very heart of London Learn more about our undergraduate courses
Postgraduate courses Explore some of the best resources for historical research available Learn more about our postgraduate courses
Our research The Department has 60+ active researchers and 100+ PhD students Learn more about our research
Undergraduate Our teaching and research is renowned for its chronological breadth, global reach and diverse curriculum. Undergraduate History at King's
Postgraduate Department research ranked 5th in the UK for research quality in the most recent Research Excellence Framework. Postgraduate History at King's
Academic Staff We are a vibrant community of historians achieving the very highest standards of research and education. Further information about our academic staff and their research interests
Publications A selection of recently published books and edited volumes by academics and staff in the King's…
7 November 2019 Georgian Papers Programme launches virtual exhibition exploring the 'madness' of George III What can we learn from King George III’s illness about our understanding of mental health? The…
1 November 2019 The British Academy names 'A Fistful of Shells' winner of 2019 Nayef Al-Rodhan Prize Previously shortlisted, Dr Toby Green is awarded the prestigious £25,000 Nayef Al-Rodhan Prize for…
25 October 2019 Celebrating Black History Month with Akala The School of Politics & Economics, the Race Equality Network and the History Department teamed up…
1 October 2019 'A Fistful of Shells' by Dr Toby Green shortlisted for prestigious awards ‘A Fistful of Shells: West Africa from the Rise of the Slave Trade to the Age of Revolution’ by Dr…
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