112 Master's in Modern History in 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 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.

Are you a talented student and interested in modern history and international relations? Is a career in research something you aspire to? Then the Master's track in Modern History and International Relations at the University of Groningen is exactly what you are looking for! 

We are interested in hearing from students with research proposals covering all aspects of medieval and early modern history, life and culture.

This Curating Collections and Heritage course offered by University of Brighton has been developed in partnership with the Royal Pavilion & Museums, Brighton & Hove in response to current priorities within the museums and heritage sector.

The MA in Modern History from University of Kent focuses on the period c1750-2000, and draws on the considerable range of expertise within the School to offer a broad selection of modules, allowing you to tailor your programme to your interests.

At Leiden University, we have one of the world's leading centres for the study of European and non-European history. The master’s in History is your opportunity to access this world-class expertise. With such a broad curriculum, the History master’s programme offers you the chance to specialise in niche subject areas not offered elsewhere.

The Early Modern History course at King's College London examines the history of Britain, Europe, and the wider world between 1500 and 1800, highlighting themes of political, cultural, religious, and social history.

The MA in Public History and Heritage at Swansea University is a one-year, full-time programme designed for those seeking to delve into heritage studies. This course equips students with essential research skills and prepares them for careers in the heritage sector, offering a comprehensive understanding of public history.

Prepare for entry to a range of postgraduate degrees in areas such as education, history, law, politics and translation in the Pre-Master's in Social Sciences - Public History at INTO Queen's University Belfast.

The MA in Contemporary History and Politics at Birkbeck, University of London, offers a comprehensive exploration of historical events and political dynamics. This full-time programme spans one year and is available on campus, allowing students to engage deeply with diverse topics and methodologies.

The Modern Irish History programme at Trinity College Dublin offers an intensive exploration of Ireland’s past. This M.Phil. degree is delivered over one year of full-time study or two years part-time. It provides students with advanced research skills and deep historical insights through a public study mode.

Global History from Freie Universität Berlin deals with the history of global interconnections and developments.

The European History Joint degree from Humboldt University Berlin, is designed as a two-year (4 semesters) full-time master’s programme. 

This online Masters in the History of the Highlands and Islands is the first ever taught postgraduate course to focus on the colourful and often conflict-driven history of the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, from medieval times to the 20th century.

The major in Art History in a Global Context at University of Zurich takes a global, cultural geographic teaching approach to artworks in East Asia, North America, and Europe.

The master's programme in Modern European Philosophy at Leiden University focuses on the philosophical reflection on human nature and culture, both from a systematic and a historical perspective.

Prepare for entry to a range of postgraduate degrees in areas such as education, history, law, politics and translation in the Pre-Master's in Social Sciences - History at INTO Queen's University Belfast.

The History (Early Modern History 1500-1700) programme offered by University of Oxford will introduce you to the latest developments in the study of British, European, and World history in the early modern period.

The History (Modern British History 1850-present) programme offered by University of Oxford allows for the study of British political and intellectual history in the nineteenth and the twentieth centuries, especially a broad view of political culture and the social and cultural history of the period.