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72 Master's degrees offered by the university

Archaeology and Heritage - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a postgraduate degree at a top UK university. Learn more at the Archaeology and Heritage - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Birkbeck, University of London.
Gender, Sexuality and Society (January start)
Gender, Sexuality and Society (January start) from Birkbeck, University of London is built around the interdisciplinary study of gender and sexuality, an exciting and growing area of study.
Classics
The Birkbeck, University of London offers a Master of Arts (MA) in Classics, designed for those with a solid foundation in Greek and/or Latin. This programme spans one year for full-time students and two years for part-time students, providing an in-depth exploration of classical literature, culture, and its modern implications through evening classes.
Global History - Empires, States and Cultures (Part-time)
The Global History - Empires, States and Cultures (Part-time) degree at Birkbeck, University of London, is designed for those seeking a comprehensive understanding of world history. This part-time programme spans two years, allowing students to explore diverse historical themes while balancing their studies with other commitments.
Contemporary Literature and Culture
The M.A. in Contemporary Literature and Culture at Birkbeck, University of London, is a one-year full-time programme designed for those passionate about modern literary studies. This course offers flexible attendance options, including online and on-campus formats, allowing students to engage deeply with literature and culture from the nineteenth century to the present.
Screenwriting
This postgraduate course in Screenwriting (MA, PG Cert) at Birkbeck, University of London, allows students to refine their writing skills to a professional level. The programme can be pursued full-time or part-time, with classes held on campus in the evenings. The course duration is one year for full-time students and two years for part-time students, commencing in October 2026.

Creative Writing - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a postgraduate degree at a top UK university. Learn more at the Creative Writing - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Birkbeck, University of London.
Philosophy (Part-time)
Philosophy (Part-time) at Birkbeck, University of London is ideal if you want to develop a grounding in philosophy, but are not yet ready to commit to an MA. It is very well suited to people with busy schedules.
Comparative Literary and Cultural Studies (French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish) (Part-time)
This multidisciplinary, flexible course in Comparative Literary and Cultural Studies (French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish) (Part-time) at Birkbeck, University of London will give you a thorough grounding in comparative literature and cultural studies in the context of modern languages.
Public Histories
This Public Histories programme at Birkbeck, University of London will introduce you to key aspects and issues of the practice of public history. It will provide you with the necessary theoretical and practical skills to undertake critical assessments of public history projects and interventions - as well as to create your own.
English and Humanities
English and Humanities from Birkbeck, University of London offers committed, enthusiastic and dynamic research-based teaching, with a constantly evolving curriculum sensitive to developments in contemporary culture.

Contemporary History and Politics - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a postgraduate degree at a top UK university. Learn more at the Contemporary History and Politics - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Birkbeck, University of London.
Culture, Diaspora, Ethnicity (Part-time)
Culture, Diaspora, Ethnicity (Part-time) programme at Birkbeck, University of London stretches across the social sciences and arts and humanities and explores debates on 'race' and racism, multiculture and postcoloniality; empire and the formation of modern Britain and contemporary transnational political communities, social identities and urban cultures.
Culture, Diaspora, Ethnicity
The Culture, Diaspora, Ethnicity programme at Birkbeck, University of London explores connections between interlocking colonial histories across the globe and our ordinary, local, everyday life here in contemporary Britain.

Screenwriting - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a postgraduate degree at a top UK university. Learn more at the Screenwriting - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Birkbeck, University of London.
Writing for Screen and Stage
The Writing for Screen and Stage course offered at Birkbeck, University of London supports your development as a writer across a range of forms, genres and industry contexts, including for film, TV, narrative gaming, theatre and performance.
Philosophy
The Postgraduate Diploma in Philosophy at Birkbeck, University of London is ideal if you want to develop your philosophical interests without undertaking a full Master's programme. On this course, you will take all of the same taught elements as you would for our MA Philosophy, but you are not required to undertake an independent research project (dissertation).
Text and Performance
The Birkbeck, University of London offers an M.A. in Text and Performance, designed for aspiring theatre professionals. This one-year full-time or two-year part-time programme provides a unique opportunity to specialise in areas such as Dramaturgy, Writing for Performance, or Theatre Making, all while studying on campus.
History
The MRes in History at Birkbeck, University of London, is a postgraduate research programme designed for those keen on advancing their historical research skills. This full-time or part-time course spans one or two years, respectively, and is delivered on campus during evening sessions, allowing for a flexible study experience.

History of Photography - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a postgraduate degree at a top UK university. Learn more at the History of Photography - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Birkbeck, University of London.