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83 Part-time Master's degrees in Modern History

Contemporary History
The innovative and diverse Contemporary History degree offered at University of Sussex focuses on key themes in the history of Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East from the late 19th century onwards.

Early Modern History (Part time)
Over the two years of the Master’s programme in Early Modern History (Part time) from the University of East Anglia you’ll examine culture, politics, religion and society between 1500 and 1830, spanning Britain, continental Europe and the Atlantic world.

Modern Irish
The Modern Irish degree delivered by the University College Cork includes modules on literature in Irish, the Irish language and Irish manuscripts and palaeography.

Curating Collections and Heritage
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.

Modern and Contemporary History
Immerse yourself in modern and contemporary history on this thought-provoking Modern and Contemporary History from Leeds Beckett University degree. You'll traverse the globe, exploring events from the 18th century to today.

Historical Studies
Throughout this Historical Studies MA course from the University of York you'll explore a tailored programme and experience the depth of studying history with international experts.

History - Global History
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.

Modern History
The Modern History programme from University of York combines an advanced level introduction to the methodologies and techniques of modern history with a wide range of thematic modules exploring the 18th to 21st centuries.

Philosophy - Ethics, Policy and Global Challenges
Study philosophical and ethical issues that arise with respect to populism, migration, terrorism, inequality, sustainability, and the role that science and technology play in our society. In the Philosophy - Ethics, Policy and Global Challenges program at Tilburg University you'll develop crucial skills that enable you to think critically, conceptualize things clearly, and argue convincingly.

Historical Research
This Historical Research MSc course from University of Stirling teaches skills necessary to be a social and economic historian, and involves the completion of research projects.

Public History and Heritage
Prepare for an exciting future promoting a better understanding of the past. The new Public History and Heritage programme from University of Derby offers a compelling combination of work experience, practical training and academic research.

Renaissance and Early Modern Studies
Through seminars and workshops with leading academics of the Renaissance and Early Modern Studies programme from University of York, you'll develop methodical research and archival skills to complement your specialist knowledge in this fascinating field, from visual and material culture to the history of religion, politics and political philosophy via music and the history of space/performance

History (Online Learning)
This History (Online Learning) programme at The University of Edinburgh allows you to take advantage of the remarkable range of historical expertise available at the University of Edinburgh.

Modern History
The Modern History programme of the University of Glasgow brings together social and political historians, active in research on topics from the French Revolution to refugees in the 20th century. The programme provides you with thorough research training and a wide set of transferable skills in the conception, design and execution of a research project.

Early Modern History
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.

Modern History (Part Time)
Are you fascinated by the events that shaped the modern world? Are you keen to build a set of skills crucial for future employment or study? If so, University of East Anglia's MA in Modern History (Part Time) is for you.

Global History
In the Global History programme of the University of Glasgow you will study connections between different parts of the world and draw comparisons across time, space and cultures. It is designed to strengthen your skills as an independent researcher and prepare you for a professional career in an increasingly globalised environment.

Contemporary History and International Politics
This interdisciplinary Contemporary History and International Politics programme from University of York seeks to address these problems by bringing together politics and contemporary history, with a particular focus on transnational ideas and institutions.

History of Political Thought and Intellectual History
Our History of Political Thought and Intellectual History MA course delivered by Queen Mary University of London provides advanced training in intellectual history, the history of political thought and the history of philosophy, spanning the period from the ancient world to the 21st century.

Public History
Public history brings history to life. The interdisciplinary Public History degree from University of York enables you to gain hands-on experience in the heritage sector alongside cutting edge academic training.