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35 Master's degrees in General Studies in United Kingdom

Law - General Legal Studies
The Law - General Legal Studies programme taught at University of Bristol offers you the widest range of choice across our specialist LLM programme portfolio. This programme is most suited to those wishing to design a bespoke programme, tailored to your specific interests.
Catholic Theology (Distance Learning)
Durham University offers a part-time MA in Catholic Theology (Distance Learning) designed for those seeking to deepen their understanding of Catholic theology. This programme spans 2 to 3 years and allows students to study flexibly online, commencing in September 2026. Engage with a rich curriculum while connecting with a global community of scholars.

Pre-Master's Programme - Life Sciences
This Pre-Master's Programme - Life Sciences from OnCampus London is designed to prepare international students for postgraduate study at the Birkbeck, University of London.
Theology and Religion
Durham University offers a Master of Arts (MA) in Theology and Religion, designed for full-time students over one year or part-time over two years. This programme provides an in-depth exploration of theological and religious studies, enhancing your understanding of their influence on human thought and actions throughout history.

Social Sciences and Humanities
Develop your potential and profile as a successful researcher on this innovative Social Sciences and Humanities course from University of Derby. It enables you to undertake original research and push the boundaries of knowledge in your specialist area of choice.
Ancient Literature and Thought
Explore a wide range of Greek and/or Latin texts on the Ancient Literature and Thought MA. The Classics and Ancient History department at the University of Warwick will provide you with an intensive introduction to literary theory through an interdisciplinary approach.
History of Ideas
Birkbeck, University of London offers a Master of Research (MRes) in History of Ideas. This programme is available for full-time or part-time attendance and is designed for those who wish to delve deeply into historical research. The course spans one year for full-time students and two years for part-time students, starting in October 2026.
Religious Studies
Goldsmiths, University of London is an exciting space for Religious Studies postgraduates, with numerous international speakers passing through, a huge range of interdisciplinary seminars and reading groups and a very open and warm environment for the exchange of ideas.
Social Anthropology
Social anthropology considers people, through and through, as social beings. Everything that all of us do, in whatever society or culture at whatever period of history, rests on assumptions, which usually are not stated but which are largely shared with our particular neighbours, kin, friends, or colleagues. The Social Anthropology course is offered by the University of Oxford.
Gender and Sexuality
Gender and Sexuality from Birkbeck, University of London is an advanced postgraduate research degree that requires original research and the submission of a substantial dissertation of 60,000 to 100,000 words.

Pre-Master’s Programme (PMP)
This one-year (2-semester) Pre-Master’s Programme (PMP) from OnCampus Aston offers successful students guaranteed progression to Aston University.
Global and Area Studies
The MPhil in Global and Area Studies at the University of Oxford draws on the multidisciplinary and area expertise of OSGA's seven regional centres, to deliver an innovative Comparative Area Studies programme, which addresses contemporary global challenges through developing innovative multidisciplinary approaches.
Interdisciplinary Studies
Study Interdisciplinary Studies MPhil/PhD at University of Warwick's innovative and diverse Centre for Interdisciplinary Methodologies. With tailored guidance, and through an interdisciplinary approach, you will develop research expertise and an accompanying skillset.

Theology
In this Theology course at the University of Nottingham you can combine your own research with insight from our advanced taught modules.

Extended Award - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year Extended Award - Pre-Master's Programme from OnCampus Sunderland offers successful students guaranteed progression to the University of Sunderland.

English Literature
This English Literature MA degree at Northumbria University will help you gain a more confident critical voice, and advanced analytical and research skills.

Interdisciplinary Study
Do you ask questions across disciplinary boundaries? Are you open to collaboration with the ambition and determination to tackle real-world problems? On the Interdisciplinary Study degree from University of Birmingham you'll conduct your own interdisciplinary research and study taught modules across the University.

English Literature
The English Literature program at Northumbria University is taught by internationally recognised scholars in English Literature. You’ll work with cutting-edge research-active staff to push forward the latest developments in literary criticism.
Buddhist Studies
This two-year degree in Buddhist Studies offered at the University of Oxford aims to give you a comprehensive training in one of the main Buddhist canonical languages, along with in-depth explorations of Buddhist history, philosophy, and literature. You will choose to specialise in Sanskrit, Classical Tibetan, or Classical Chinese, and may select another of these languages as an optional subject.
Interdisciplinary Chemical Research
King's Interdisciplinary Chemical Research program offered at King's College London master's course gives you the unique opportunity to work with two academic supervisors from multiple specialisms on an interdisciplinary research project. This MRes provides the ideal platform for anyone contemplating a career in scientific research, or associated fields.