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MA in History at The Open University

The Open University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The MA in History explores society, politics and culture in Britain and Ireland during either the early modern (c.1500-1780) or modern (c.1750-1970) period, with a choice of themes studied in depth.

Duration: 2 years part-time (180 credits)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Study mode: part-time distance learning  |  Location: Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

A 180-credit programme in which students choose the early modern or modern period, building practical skills in research methods and analysis, critical thinking and collaboration, including work with print and online primary sources and a dissertation.

Career pathways

Provides practical skills in the use of print and online primary source material, research analysis, methods and dissertation writing.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An honours degree (or equivalent). The degree need not be in History but some knowledge of the subject is needed. A 2.1 or equivalent increases the chance of success. Applicants without an honours degree but with relevant knowledge and skills may apply under the alternative entry route. English language: a minimum overall IELTS score of 7 is recommended for applicants whose first language is not English.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,400 for the whole programme (2026/27). Fee shown is the total for the qualification at current prices for students in England; fees are paid module by module. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 2 years part-time (180 credits)

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