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55 Master's degrees offered by the university

Linguistics (by research)
The Linguistics (by research) programme from University of York is one of the leading linguistics research centres in the UK. You'll have access to specialist facilities and expert academic support, and you'll become a valued member of our research community.

Roman Archaeology
Explore the rich legacy of Roman Europe with this Roman Archaeology course at the University of York.

Linguistics
Gain a thorough foundation and background in modern linguistics. The Linguistics course is offered at University of York.

Early Prehistory and Human Origins
Explore what it means to be human on this Early Prehistory and Human Origins course from University of York.

History
If your passion lies in research, our MPhil in History programme from University of York give you the independence to focus on a specialism of your choice. Study with us and receive expert research guidance from our supportive staff.

Public History
Public history brings history to life. The interdisciplinary Public History degree from University of York enables you to gain hands-on experience in the heritage sector alongside cutting edge academic training.

Political and Legal Philosophy
Join the Political and Legal Philosophy programme at the University of York to study issues in political and legal philosophy and investigate them through your own research.

Screenwriting (by research)
Put your creative skills into practice, working from an initial story idea to the final creative project with the Screenwriting (by research) programme from University of York.

Archaeology of Buildings
The Archaeology of Buildings course from University of York brings together experts in buildings survey and recording, archive research, legislation and policy, conservation, theoretical interpretation and computer modelling to deliver a dynamic course, which will equip you with the specialist skills and knowledge required for a career in researching, managing.

Linguistics
The Linguistics MSc course from the University of York will build a thorough foundation in the science behind how we communicate.

Philosophy
Students on the Philosophy programme from University of York follow an approved programme of research supervised by a member of academic staff and informed by a Thesis Advisory Panel.

Medieval History
The Medieval History programme from University of York will enable you to explore new approaches to the history of medieval Britain and Europe. You will have a chance to acquire new knowledge, as well as to develop valuable skills alongside extensive training in research technique and methodology.

Eighteenth Century Studies
By taking this Eighteenth Century Studies programme from University of York you will develop your understanding of some of the major issues, debates and discourses that shaped British cultures and their relation to other cultures in the 18th century.

Contemporary History and International Politics
This interdisciplinary Contemporary History and International Politics programme from University of York seeks to address these problems by bringing together politics and contemporary history, with a particular focus on transnational ideas and institutions.

English Literary Studies
Study the cultural meanings and associations of the various styles, genres and mediums in which English literature is produced. Explore a range of different critical and theoretical perspectives on advanced literary study on this flexible English Literary Studies programme from University of York.

Women Studies (Humanities)
The Women Studies (Humanities) programme from University of York is a tailored programme for those with a particular interest in humanities-informed approaches to interdisciplinary women’s and gender studies.

Film and Literature
The interdisciplinary Film and Literature programme from University of York combines critical inquiry and independent research with passionately committed teaching from world-leading scholars.

International Relations and Global Ethics
International Relations and Global Ethics from University of York, you'll familiarise yourself with diverse theoretical perspectives on global issues.

Conservation Studies
This Conservation Studies programme from University of York follows the internationally recognised ICOMOS Guidelines for Education and Training in Conservation.

Forensic Speech Science
This Forensic Speech Science MSc course from the University of York comprises various applications of phonetics, linguistics, acoustics, and computer science to tackling problems in police work or providing evidence in legal cases.