MA History at Lancaster University

Lancaster University’s research specialisms cover a broad range of historical periods and geographies, and we are recognised experts in training future historians. You will explore how historical scholarship impacts the real world, from informing government policy to courtroom advocacy; how it shapes public understanding of the past, and how big historical themes play out across the centuries and around the world. With advanced knowledge and skills, you'll be ready to launch a standout career, whether as a professional historian or in a wide range of exciting fields Focus on medieval, early modern or modern history and gain insights on topics ranging from environment to war, health, and heritage

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Global Affairs  |  Duration: Full time 1 year, Part time 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: The Discipline of History, Sources, Genres and Methods, History Dissertation.

Career pathways

This MA equips you with the high-level skills in analysis, research and communication that are ideal for a wide range of roles in private and public sector organisations. Alternatively, you will be equipped to progress to higher level postgraduate research and a PhD.

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