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This course examines the role of history and historical research in the public sphere, and explores the various ways in which the past is made present in contemporary societies. It is relevant to anyone with an interest in how narratives around the historical past are communicated publicly, including life writing, family and community histories, oral history, digital history, and sites of cultural heritage.

This course explores the various ways in which the past is made present in contemporary societies. It introduces public history debates and methods; draws on comparative examples; and encourages engagement with specific public history projects. Students will critically evaluate several varieties of public history and consider the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches. Students will be required to advance their knowledge about the social, cultural and political contexts in which public history is produced.