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Masters Degree Description

Fascinated by the history of a particular period, place or theme? Join UCL’s internationally renowned historians to deepen your expertise in one of four pathways: modern British history; environment, state and economy; culture, ideas and identities; or empires and global history. Whether aiming for PhD research or a career in the cultural sector, education, journalism, government, or law, this degree offers great preparation for a future where history meets impact.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

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Fees

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Programme Funding

UCL offers a range of financial awards aimed at assisting both prospective and current students with their studies.

Student Destinations

This programme provides an outstanding foundation for those hoping to undertake PhD research and pursue an academic career. Recent graduates have also pursued careers in journalism, the Civil Service, business, health and social care, museum and heritage, and the education sectors. Our graduates have had successful careers with prestigious organisations such as the British Army, Cabinet Office, Imperial War Museum, The Financial Times , and the Royal Marines.

Module Details

Compulsory modules

  • Dissertation
  • Culture, Ideas and Identities
  • Empires and Global History
  • Environment, State and Economy
  • Themes and Controversies in Modern British History
  • Empire and its Afterlives in Britain Since 1940
  • The Practice of Toleration in Early Modern Europe
  • The Economy of Classical Athens
  • Atlantic History,1450-1810 B: Making Atlantic History (Research Seminar)
  • Research and Writing Skills for the MA in History
  • Challenging the Gender Binary in Modern Britain
  • Rethinking History on Screen
  • Public History, Institutions and Communities
  • A Global History of the Middle Ages?

Optional modules

  • Empire and its Afterlives in Britain Since 1940
  • The Practice of Toleration in Early Modern Europe
  • The Economy of Classical Athens
  • Atlantic History,1450-1810 B: Making Atlantic History (Research Seminar)
  • Research and Writing Skills for the MA in History
  • Challenging the Gender Binary in Modern Britain
  • Rethinking History on Screen
  • Public History, Institutions and Communities
  • A Global History of the Middle Ages?
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  • Student Support and Wellbeing Services
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