78 Master's degrees in Modern History in United Kingdom

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.

The History (Part-Time) course at Northumbria University will introduce you to a variety of historical topics as well as how to conduct historical research in the digital age. All modules will be taught by experts in their fields who will draw on their knowledge to enhance your learning experience.

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.

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.

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.

The Modern History programme at the London School of Economics and Political Science is a full-time, 12-month master's degree. This public study mode course explores the origins and reinvention of the modern world through a research-led humanities lens, providing a firm foundation for advanced historical inquiry.

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.

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

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 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.

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.

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.

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 (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.