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Undergraduate courses
American Studies and War Studies
Delve into the nature of culture and war
Discover our American Studies and War Studies courses here, or find out more at an Open Day.
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Discover the global impact of politics, culture and war. Focus on American history and study through the lenses of literature, film, philosophy, and more.
Studying American Studies and War Studies can lead to career paths including historical research, journalism, heritage and tourism, the Civil Service, international aid, and more.
10th
Top 10 in the student-voted University of the Year award (What Uni Student Choice Awards 2024)
Course
American Studies and War Studies BA (Hons)
Both American Studies and War Studies are diverse, interdisciplinary subjects. They allow you to investigate broad topics through many different perspectives and academic disciplines. Throughout your course you will consider either the nature of war...
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War Studies and History BA (Hons)
This Joint Honours degree combines War Studies with History to give you a deep insight into the nature of war. Explore how wars have been fought through the ages, and the wider social, cultural and political implications of conflict. Study war...
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History and American Studies BA (Hons)
American Studies is a varied academic subject which takes in literature, popular culture, politics, film and much more. Through this Joint Honours degree you will gain a deep understanding of America’s history, alongside a wider appreciation of...
No.1
Voted number 1 in Yorkshire and the Humber for our lecturers and teaching quality (What Uni Student Choice Awards 2024)
Our research
The American Studies team are experts in their specialist fields and regularly publish with British and international journals and publishers. Teaching on the American Studies course is research-led, which means that you are always at the cutting edge of historical, cultural, and political investigations of the United States.
Study abroad
As part of your degree you have the option to spend a semester abroad at one of our partner institutions in the United States.
This life changing experience can improve academic performance and increase your employability. It can also lead to greater self awareness and confidence, and provide a better understanding of personal and cultural values and biases. It’s a great opportunity to make new friends and immerse yourself in a new culture.
Placements in the community
The American Studies team work with various organisations in York, all offering fantastic opportunities to work on special city-focused projects. Our connections include the York Army Museum, the Rowntree Society, and Yorkshire Film Archive.
