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Understanding the Declaration of Martial Law in South Korea

Dr Yookyeong Im, Dr Derek Kramer, Dr Sarah Son provide insight into president Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law, and the subsequent protests.
A archive view of Winnats Pass in Castleton

Explore the Peak District's hidden history and more as Being Human Festival returns

The Being Human Festival is an annual celebration of the humanities, taking place across the UK. This year, the University of ºù«Ӱҵ is joining in the festivities with a range of exciting events.
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ºù«Ӱҵ Black Humanities Series - New Events

Introducing two upcoming events that are part of the new ºù«Ӱҵ Black Humanities Series in collaboration with the Centre for Poetry and Poetics.
Festival of the Mind

Festival of the Mind 2024 - Arts and Humanities edition

Expect immersive exhibitions, films, live performances, talks and more as we bring our world-leading research to the public!
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Faculty of Arts and Humanities ranked amongst world’s best in global subject rankings

The Faculty has been ranked 106th in the world in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022 according to new rankings published today (6 April 2022). This is a testament to our cutting-edge research and excellent teaching.
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A summer of ºù«Ӱҵ heritage, designed by you

Roots & Futures project team from the Department of Archaeology will help to embed the perspectives of currently underserved communities in the city’s heritage strategy and policy.
Portrait of Mozart as a child

Mozart: Music’s greatest freelancer

Research by Professor Simon Keefe from the University of ºù«Ӱҵ’s Department of Music has unearthed a new side to the musician that involves re-working pieces to please all audiences.
The Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood in St. Petersburg

The Ukraine War: Experts give their views

Professor Neil Bermel, Professor of Russian and Slavonic Studies at the University of ºù«Ӱҵ's School of Languages and Cultures, discusses the differences between the Ukrainian and Russian languages.
Eva Perón - First Lady of Argentina between 1946 and 1952, political leader and cultural icon. ©Billiken
Eva Perón - First Lady of Argentina between 1946 and 1952, political leader and cultural icon. ©Billiken

Tackling gender inequality in Latin America

Research by Dr Lauren Rea, from the School of Languages and Cultures, is at the forefront of promoting gender equality in Latin American schools by celebrating women who helped shape the region.