Department of History, Classics and Archaeology

Our department is a centre of original, influential research, ranked sixth in the UK for its world-leading and internationally excellent research.

Our academics are actively engaged in research at the highest levels and they are internationally recognised as authorities in their fields.

We offer a wide range of exciting courses at all levels, from introductory short courses to undergraduate, postgraduate and MPhil/PhD degrees.

Get in touch with us if you have any queries about studying, researching, working or collaborating with us.

We have a long and distinguished history as an international centre of excellence, known for our high-quality research and teaching across a broad range of historical periods and cultures.

Current students can find everything they need to know, from study timetables and handbooks to forms, deadlines and our online learning environment, Moodle.

Read about the latest news in the Department of History, Classics and Archaeology.

Find out about our series of public events, including lectures, workshops and open evenings.

Explore why Eric Hobsbawm’s work continues to inspire students and academics around the world.

We remain committed to welcoming and supporting students and staff from the EU and across the globe.

Join the Birkbeck History Teachers Network linking schools, teachers and academics.

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The Centre for the Study of Internationalism takes a broad view to make sense of internationalism in its various guises, past and present.

The Institute is a centre of innovative research and teaching and contributes to discussion and public policy on antisemitism and intolerance.

We are an outreach and research centre supported by a three-way partnership between Birkbeck, Queen Mary, and the University of East London.