MA History

Explore and research the historical context of modern-day issues that transcend countries and cultures, from sustainability to global citizenship. MA History is led by a research-active teaching team that’s highly rated by students.

Why study this course?

• Through optional modules, research projects and self-directed study, you can choose to focus on the issues and case studies you find particularly interesting
• You will get the opportunity to write pieces for public audiences, such as a digital resource, an industry-facing symposium presentation, and a public policy paper
• This is an MA History for the digital age. You will consider how historians can engage different audiences through modern media, learn to interpret digital data, and use digital tools to undertake and present research. In addition, two modules are delivered entirely online
• We’ll make sure you have an exceptional student experience, with more contact hours than most universities and staff that go the extra mile.

History has long been studied and used to help interpret the world around us, and it continues to play a central role in contemporary society. This MA lets you explore this relationship from all angles, using theories and approaches from other disciplines, such as anthropology and sociology, literary studies, psychology, science and medicine, as well as geography.

You will explore the historical context of many of the key themes shaping the modern world, such as:

• the international legacy of the Enlightenment and reactions against Enlightenment ideals
• the history of environmental issues
• problems of globalisation and global inequalities in the wake of decolonisation, and
• how history is used in politics and the media to shape present-day ideologies.

Whether you want to step up the career ladder, change paths or pursue your passion for a subject you love, you can transform your world with postgraduate study at the University of Derby.

Located in the heart of England, Derby has great transport links with the rest of the UK. This central position means that the city has a long-standing reputation for innovation and industry. We have strong connections with a range of regional employers to support your studies through applied learning, guest lectures and other opportunities.

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