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42 Master's degrees offered by the university

Creative Writing
Everyone has a novel in them - or a screenplay - or a sonnet - but if you want to refine your writing and prepare it for publication, the Creative Writing programme from University of Birmingham offers you the chance to dedicate time to your craft and learn from acclaimed authors.

Shakespeare and Creativity
Immerse yourself in Shakespeare's works and learn from expert academics at the Shakespeare Institute. You'll also get to work with theatre practitioners at the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) as part of the unique collaboration. The Shakespeare and Creativity programme is offered at University of Birmingham.

Byzantine, Ottoman and Modern Greek Studies (by research)
Take the next step with the Byzantine, Ottoman and Modern Greek Studies (by research) degree delivered by the University of Birmingham. At Birmingham, you’ll be a part of the UK’s only research centre to unite these disciplines.

Philosophy of Religion and Ethics (Distance Learning) (Online)
Within the Philosophy of Religion and Ethics (Distance Learning) (Online) programme from University of Birmingham, you'll consider ethical approaches from a wide range of perspectives and think critically about religious viewpoints and their impact. Developing your skills in presentation and persuasion, you’ll enhance your academic or professional career path.

Theology and Religion (by research)
Immerse yourself in your own Theology and Religion research supported by experts from one of the largest and most diverse Theology departments in the UK. Join a vibrant research community interested in a range of religions and belief systems from across the world through the Theology and Religion (by research) programme from University of Birmingham.

History and Politics
Throughout this History and Politics programme from University of Birmingham you'll uncover the roots of today’s biggest political issues, from global conflicts to social movements, by exploring the events, ideas and decisions that came before. Understand how the past shapes the world we live in today.

Philosophy
Design your own research project, supported by the supervisors with expertise across a range of philosophical topics with the Philosophy course at University of Birmingham. Gain the key tools to complete your project as an independent researcher through taught modules.

History - Global History
Take a global approach to studying history with the History - Global History programme from University of Birmingham. Understand how change has taken place across the world, taking advantage of the expertise across a wide range of countries and time periods.

Global Ethics and Justice (Distance learning) (Online)
How can philosophy help us think about global problems, such as climate change, war, sweatshops, infectious disease, and gender injustice? Expand your knowledge at the Global Ethics and Justice (Distance learning) (Online) programme from University of Birmingham, and prepare for your future at the forefront of global justice.

Language, Culture and Communication
Learn to critique different ideologies about culture and evaluate news and other forms of public discourse with this Language, Culture and Communication programme from University of Birmingham. You’ll develop critical and analytical skills to dissect the ways language is used in politics, media, and communications.

Secondary Education (QTS) - English
Start your teaching career with the Secondary Education (QTS) - English programme from University of Birmingham.

Religion, Politics and Society
On this Religion, Politics and Society programme from University of Birmingham you’ll research the role of religion in politics and society, strengthening your skills as a global citizen.

History
Take your love of history and uncovering the past to the next level with the History programme being taught at University of Birmingham. Enhance your knowledge of the areas that you find most fascinating while learning from the leading academic experts.

History - Modern and Contemporary History
From the industrial revolution to the computer age, from the impact of the French Revolution to the Arab Spring, explore the rapid changes during modern and contemporary history and the impact they have on the world today with the History - Modern and Contemporary History degree from University of Birmingham.

Applied Linguistics (Online)
Advance your understanding in the study of language and take English teaching to the next level. The Applied Linguistics (Online) programme from University of Birmingham fits around your life so you can learn while working anywhere in the world.

Faith-Based Leadership
The Faith-Based Leadership programme from University of Birmingham recognises faith leaders already have expert theological and pastoral skills, but often need to manage sophisticated organisations, projects and initiatives.

Islamic Studies
Explore the study of Islam by taking the Islamic Studies degree offered by University of Birmingham. You’ll work with the academic experts and the Al-Mahdi Institute to investigate contemporary research in Islamic Studies and explore a range of topics.

Comparative Literature and Critical Theories
Through the Comparative Literature and Critical Theories degree from University of Birmingham you'll discover literature without borders

Global Ethics and Justice
How can philosophy help them think about global problems, such as climate change, war, sweatshops, infectious disease, and gender injustice? Expand your knowledge, and prepare for your future at the forefront of global justice with the Global Ethics and Justice programme from University of Birmingham.

Applied Linguistics with TESOL
Gain the skills to progress in your language teaching career on the MA Applied Linguistics with TESOL from University of Birmingham, designed for experienced English language teachers.