MA/PGDip/PGCert/PGAward History at University of Warwick

Advanced study in history that lets you both specialise and diversify, taught by research experts. Optional modules offer chronological, geographical and thematic range including modern, early modern and global history and the history of medicine.

Department: History  |  Duration: MA 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time; PGDip 1 year; PGCert 2 terms or 1 year; PGAward flexible  |  Intake: 28 September 2026  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

A core module for the MA and PGDip, 'History Writing: Theory and Practice', runs over two terms and covers theories and methodologies of history writing and prepares for dissertation research. Students choose two or three optional modules and may complete a dissertation. MA students can graduate in MA History or a specialised route: Medicine, Science and Technology; Early Modern; Global and Comparative; or Modern.

Career pathways

History Master's graduates have pursued careers in academia, the civil service, NGOs, education, law and research roles across the private sector.

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