171 Full-time Master's degrees in Modern History

University of Leicester's History (Holocaust and Genocide Studies) course at the University of Leicester is for you if you want to explore the cultural history and memory of crimes against humanity.

The Early Modern History programme of the University of Glasgow focuses on the late 15th to 18th centuries, providing opportunities to explore social, political, religious and cultural historical themes across wide geographic and chronological ranges in a university with extensive library, museum and archive collections for this period.

This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a postgraduate degree at a top UK university. Learn more at the Hellenic Studies - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Royal Holloway University of London.

This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a postgraduate degree at a top UK university. Learn more at the Holocaust Studies - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Royal Holloway University of London.

Take a global approach to studying history with the History - Global History programme from University of Birmingham. Understand how change has taken place across the world, taking advantage of the expertise across a wide range of countries and time periods.

Are you keen to learn from widely published academics who are recognised as research leaders in their areas of specialism? The History programme at Northumbria University incorporates taught modules that provide you with the key tools and contexts for postgraduate work in History.

History is all around us. The way we understand and interpret the past impacts our identities, shapes the present and informs the future. The interdisciplinary Public History degree from University of York is an opportunity to explore the role of history in society, gaining hands-on experience in the heritage sector alongside cutting edge academic training.

This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a postgraduate degree at a top UK university. Learn more at the Historical Research - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Birkbeck, University of London.

The History - Public History - Historic Preservation Specialization degree delivered by Colorado State University admits a select group of students each year for its Master of Arts program in History. Our program strengths include United States history, environmental history, cultural resource management & historic preservation, and general public history.

History - Public History - Cultural Resource Management Specialization degree delivered by Colorado State University is committed to providing a high-quality graduate education and inclusive learning atmosphere, and to building a diverse student population.

The History - Public History at California State University Fullerton provides a course of study for those whose interests are in teaching, business, government service and the professions, as well as for personal enrichment.

History is the study of the events and forces that have shaped the intricacies of the world around us. This comprehensive one-year Master's programme will help you become the historical expert of your liking. Through our wide range of specialisations in different time periods, you will be trained to become part of the highly sought-after next generation of historians.

The Interdisciplinary Studies on Eastern Europe course at Justus Liebig University Giessen aims to impart interdisciplinary cultural and methodological competencies related to Eastern Europe.

The specialisation Global Conflict in the Modern Era of the master’s in International Relations at Leiden University engages you with the scholarly debates about global conflict today and in the recent past.

The Archaeological Studies programme at Yale University offers a comprehensive M.A. curriculum. This public study mode course provides advanced training in archaeological methods and theory. Students engage in rigorous academic research and field projects, typically completing the degree requirements over two years.

The master in Literature in Society. Europe and Beyond offers specialised knowledge on the role and impact of literature in society. Novels, poetry, theatre and new literary media from both 'high’ and ‘popular’ culture reflect social issues but also shape them.

This Modern European History course from the University of Cambridge focuses on the study of continental Europe from roughly the middle of the 18th century to the present day. 

The Public History and Heritage (Extended) MA at Swansea University is a two-year, full-time programme designed to equip students with essential skills for careers in heritage and related sectors. This degree offers a comprehensive academic foundation and practical experience, making it ideal for those aiming for advanced roles or doctoral studies in the field.

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.

This Early Modern History course from the University of Cambridge provides intensive training in studying the history of Britain, Europe and the wider world between c.1500 and c.1800. It equips students to write a substantial and significant piece of historical research.