67 Master's degrees in Ancient History in England, United Kingdom

The Egyptology from the University of Oxford is a two-year taught graduate degree that offers a satisfying, advanced course of study in the languages, cultures, and history of ancient Egypt. While the MPhil functions as a course in its own right, it is also designed to take students to the stage where they can embark on doctoral research in Egyptology.

This Late Antique and Byzantine Studies course at the University of Oxford has been devised as a multi-purpose introduction to the Roman world in Late Antiquity, to Byzantium, the medieval successor of the East Roman Empire, and to neighbouring peoples and their cultures.

This M.A. in Public Histories at Birkbeck, University of London, spans one year for full-time students and offers flexible learning options. The programme is designed to accommodate various attendance formats, including on-campus and online, ensuring accessibility for all students pursuing their academic goals in the field of public history.

The Secondary History PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) at Birmingham City University is a full-time programme designed to prepare you for teaching history in secondary schools. This one-year course, starting in September 2026, equips you with the necessary skills and knowledge to inspire young learners and engage them with historical narratives and cultures.

Explore a wide range of Greek and/or Latin texts on the Ancient Literature and Thought MA. The Classics and Ancient History department at the University of Warwick will provide you with an intensive introduction to literary theory through an interdisciplinary approach.

The Jewish Studies in the Graeco-Roman Period programme offered by University of Oxford aims to provide you with a good general knowledge of Jewish history, religion and culture in the period from 300 BCE to 638 CE, the period of the Second Temple and the Talmud. 

This Ancient Philosophy one-year taught graduate course at the University of Oxford offers graduate training in ancient philosophy of the highest possible quality, and aims to provide a foundation on which you can go on to pursue doctoral work in the area. 

The University of Warwick MPhil/PhD in Classics and Ancient History allows you to immerse yourself in a chosen research field from our wide range of expertise.

Classics and Ancient History at University of Leeds offers you the opportunity to study the ancient Mediterranean world in all its diversity. Spanning literature, history, philosophy, religion, and material culture, this programme allows you to explore the ancient world on your own terms, supported by expert staff and access to exceptional local resources.

This Archaeological Science course from the University of Cambridge aims to introduce students to the main theories and research approaches in archaeological science, particularly within the fields of archaeological materials science, environmental archaeology and biomolecular archaeology.

The Archaeological Science course at the University of Oxford provides a broad introductory education for those with a first degree in archaeology wishing to apply science-based research methods, or for those with a first degree in a science subject wishing to learn about specifically archaeological issues amenable to scientific methods.

The MSc by Research in Palaeontology at The University of Manchester is a full-time programme lasting 12 months. This advanced degree offers students the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research within the field of palaeontology, benefiting from the university's extensive resources and expertise.

The University of Manchester offers a Master of Arts (MA) in Egyptology, designed for part-time distance learning over two years. This innovative programme allows students to explore ancient Egyptian culture and society while studying flexibly from home.

The Ancient History MA at King's College London offers you the opportunity to study Greek, Roman and near-Eastern history at an advanced level. You’ll also learn and refine the techniques and skills you need to be able to analyse and interpret a variety of historical sources.

Study the MA by Research in Classics and Ancient History, and choose from a wide range of specialist areas. University of Warwick's Classics and Ancient History department, ranked 3rd in the UK in Classics, offers an excellent research environment and expert guidance.

Covering the historical period from Classical Athens to Christian Byzantium, we offer courses which allow you to examine many aspects of the Ancient History of Greece, Rome and the Near East. Our Ancient History course at Royal Holloway University of London also provides postgraduates with the ideal foundation for conducting further research at doctoral level.

This Archaeology programme from the University of Cambridge allows students to gain a critical appreciation of archaeology, the human past, and its place in the modern world, as well as training in research and analytical skills and expertise in a chosen, specialist area.

Birkbeck, University of London offers a Master of Arts in Archaeological Practice, designed to be completed in one year full-time or two years part-time. This on-campus programme provides an engaging learning environment, with classes primarily held in the evenings, allowing for flexible study alongside other commitments.

The MA in Historical Research at Birkbeck, University of London, is designed to be flexible, allowing students to tailor their studies to their interests. This one-year full-time programme can be pursued on campus or through various learning formats. It provides a solid foundation for those aiming for further academic research or careers in history.

The Late Antique and Byzantine Studies from the University of Oxford has been devised as a multi-purpose introduction to the Roman world in Late Antiquity, to Byzantium, the medieval successor of the East Roman Empire, and to neighbouring peoples and their cultures.