1.3k Master's degrees in History

The Black Sea and Eastern Mediterranean Studies programme of the International Hellenic University is based on an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the history and culture of the Black Sea and the Easter Mediterranean region.

The Viking and Medieval Norse Studies programme at University of Iceland aims to provide thorough training in Old Norse language, literature, and history, as well as helping to develop the skills necessary to work with primary sources such as medieval Norse manuscripts, runic inscriptions, and other artifacts.

Global Environmental History programme at Uppsala University is intended to give you advanced theoretical and empirical knowledge of social scientific and humanistic analyses of relationships between man and nature. 

The Archaeological Practice MSc at the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) is a one-year, full-time professional programme. Based in Orkney, this public course blends advanced theoretical study with essential vocational training, utilising world-renowned heritage sites to prepare students for careers in archaeology.

The History of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science is an intensive one-year, full-time M.Sc. programme. This public study mode degree offers a global perspective on the forces shaping our modern world, ranging from the Renaissance to the post-Cold War era in a world-leading department.

This one-year Economic and Social History specialist course at the University of Oxford offers a unique framework for research training in economic and social history. It offers a wide range of options and allows you to specialise in economic and/or social history, or historical demography, although the boundaries between these areas are deliberately permeable.

The two-year History Research Master programme offers advanced training in historical research across four thematic tracks. You will engage with interdisciplinary methods, conduct original research, and benefit from close mentorship and partnerships with academic and heritage institutions—ideal preparation for a PhD or research-focused career.

The History programme at the University of Oklahoma offers a comprehensive M.Sc. level education. This public study mode course provides deep historical insights and advanced research training. Students engage with diverse global periods, developing critical thinking skills over the duration of their postgraduate studies.

The History Department from University of Miami participates in the McKnight Foundation Fellowship Program, which offers additional funding support for elegible incoming students who qualify for the program. 

The History program of Ball State University may serve as a terminal degree or as prelude to an additional graduate degree.  In addition, the degree may be used to professionalize the standard secondary school license. 

Established in 1938, the History graduate program is one of the oldest at Marshall University. During the last fifty years more than 300 Master of Arts degrees in history have been awarded. 

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The Master of Arts in Teaching - History and Social Science 6 - 12 degree from Christopher Newport University is designed for students who wish to become licensed teachers. 

The History and Jewish Studies M.A. at Indiana University Bloomington offers a rigorous academic experience. This master programme is delivered via a public study mode, focusing on deep historical research and cultural analysis. Students engage with diverse thematic expertise while benefiting from world-class campus resources.

The History degree at the University of Pittsburgh is the first step for students who seek to earn a Ph.D. in History but have not previously earned an M.A. in History at a different school.

The History programme at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is a full-time, on-campus programme that offers a Master’s degree for students progressing through the doctoral route, providing a rigorous academic foundation in historical research and analysis.

The Arts History programme at Indiana University Bloomington provides a comprehensive foundation in historical analysis and theoretical frameworks. This Master of Arts degree is delivered via a public study mode, focusing on original research and the completion of a master's thesis under expert faculty guidance.

Offering the unique opportunity to work on a significant research project as part of the optional Master’s Thesis, the Providence College graduate History program provides a rich and comprehensive academic experience. 

The History programme at The City University of New York offers a comprehensive exploration of global pasts. This academic course provides students with rigorous training in research and analytical thinking. Delivered through the esteemed Hunter College, the curriculum ensures a deep understanding of historical contexts.

The Teaching American History and Government program at Ashland University prepares secondary school teachers for the challenge of teaching accelerated courses in American history and U.S. government.