The department was greatly saddened to learn that our friend and former colleague Nicola Verdon was killed in a cycling accident on 29th December. Nicola was a research fellow in the Department from 2001 to 2004 and returned to us as an external examiner between 2018 and 2022. She also had a long connection with […]
James Smith, finalist in BA History, traces the evolution of Father Christmas in Britain across the nineteenth century. Father Christmas driving a car! Even in the twenty first century, the idea of him piloting anything other than a sleigh seems weird. What is even weirder is that the above cartoon, published in Punch, was published […]
In our December series, members of the department reflect on the books, films, TV, music, art, exhibitions and experiences that shaped their year. Today we reflect on the ‘best of the rest’ – games, exhibitions, visits, and time spent with loved ones. Jeremy Burchardt Visit Southwold Museum in Suffolk if you ever get the chance […]
In our December series, members of the department reflect on the books, films, TV, music, art, exhibitions and experiences that shaped their year. Today, we asked colleagues for their best song/album of the year. Jeremy Burchardt Motorama, ‘Rose in the Vase’ – beautiful hypnotic song (and video). Matt Worley I liked the new the Cure […]
Undergraduate Open Days
We typically hold Undergraduate Open Days in June and October each year. These events offer an opportunity to speak to students and lecturers from all our courses, enjoy talks, and find out more about University life.
Master's events
These events typically include live presentations from academic staff on our different master's courses, live chat with staff and students, and lots of other useful digital resources.
