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A “History of History” – Charles Plummer and the 1901 Oxford Ford Lecture

On April 27, 2022 By Daniel Morgan In New, Tute Notes

Daniel Morgan discusses the 1901 Ford Lecture at Oxford, and what it reveals about how current events can sway our opinions of history.

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An interview with Oxford History Librarian Isabel Holowaty

On March 22, 2022 By OHR Editorial Team In New, Tute Notes

The OHR editorial team spoke to Isabel Holowaty, the Oxford History Faculty Librarian, about research, book requests and reading rooms.

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Medieval vs modern – which is better?

On March 7, 2022 By OHR Editorial Team In New, Tute Notes

Medieval and modern studies are mortal foes. But which is better? Modernist Joshua McGrane and medievalist Isobel Cree give their thoughts.

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The History personal statement: what do I read for it?

On January 7, 2022 By OHR Editorial Team In Access/Outreach, New

Ever found yourself wondering what to read for a personal statement for History? We’ve got you covered – find out popular student picks here.

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Back to the future: the Schwarzman Humanities Centre and Oxford’s complicated relationship with modern architecture

On January 4, 2022 By Natalya Robinson In Foundation Myths, New

Natalya Robinson discusses the plans for the upcoming Schwarzman Humanities Centre, and their cohesion with Oxford’s present and future.

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Against BIP 1: The History Faculty’s perpetuation of the British exceptionalism myth

On November 30, 2021 By Hope Philpott In New, Tute Notes

“The History Faculty’s policy of forcing single honours students to take two History of the British Isles papers…is problematic.”

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How to ace the HAT: an Oxford student’s guide

On October 31, 2021 By Edwyn Wilson-Verrall In Access/Outreach

Wondering how to prepare for the History Aptitude Test (HAT)? Read our student guide to find out how to ace it and put your mind at ease.

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An internship with the Centre for Historic Houses India – houses, heritage, and hard work

On October 22, 2021 By OHR Editorial Team In Tute Notes

Ever considered a career in heritage? The OHR editors chatted to Hope and Jaynil, two interns with the Centre for Historic Houses India.

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How to master your first History essay – tips from a recent history grad (plain text version)

On October 8, 2021 By Oliver Shaw In Access/Outreach

“No essay needs to be a literary masterpiece.” Oliver Shaw shares his tips for writing your first History essay at university.

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Should undergraduate historians be forced to take British history papers?

On May 5, 2021 By Nathan Land In Tute Notes

“No matter what country you’re learning about, you’ll probably bump into Britain.” Nathan Land argues against compulsory British history papers.

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