MA 20th-Century British History by Research at University of Buckingham

This London-based programme enables students to examine Britain’s history in the 20th century, focusing on the period from 1914 to 1990. This London-based programme enables students to examine Britain’s history in the twentieth century, focusing on the period from the death of Queen Victoria to Margaret Thatcher’s resignation in 1990. It is led by Professor Simon Heffer, Lord Blackwater, Professor of Modern British History in the University and a leading authority on the period. The course includes a series of seminars (see below), given by a range of eminent guest speakers, to supplement students’ private research.

Faculty: School of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: Buckingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This London-based programme enables students to examine Britain’s history in the twentieth century, focusing on the period from the death of Queen Victoria to Margaret Thatcher’s resignation in 1990. It is led by Professor Simon Heffer, Lord Blackwater, Professor of Modern British History in the University and a leading authority on the period. The course includes a series of seminars (see below), given by a range of eminent guest speakers, to supplement students’ private research.

Career pathways

The University’s Course Directors, students’ supervisors, and the Research Officer and Tutor for Graduate Students are available to discuss students’ post-graduation plans and how they may utilise most effectively the skills acquired during their studies.

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