Modern History

204 Master's degrees in Modern History

University of Limerick4,2(112)

Limerick, Ireland Top 3% in Worldwide

History - Pre-Master's Programme

This one-year History - Pre-Master's Programme from OnCampus Ireland at University of Limerick offers successful students guaranteed progression* to a range of partner universities.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

9 months$19,132/full

The Chinese University of Hong Kong3,9(13)

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR) Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Comparative and Public History

The M.A. Comparative and Public History program at The Chinese University of Hong Kong stresses the importance of a global perspective in the study of history, achieved through comparative and cross-cultural research methods.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$22,333/yr

California State University Sacramento3,8(8)

Sacramento, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

History (Specialized Option)

The Master of Arts program in History (Specialized Option) offered by the California State University Sacramento introduces students to the use of the historical method, the critical investigation of problems in historical study, and the analysis and interpretation of primary source material.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$8,064/yr

Wayne State University3,7(3)

Detroit, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Public History and Library and Information Science

Public History and Library and Information Science from Wayne State University fits you if you plan to work in a library or archives and want to create exhibits, digital projects or work with community partners or are aiming to build a career in collections management at a museum, historical society or government agency.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$64,944/yr

University of Glasgow4,3(114)

Glasgow, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Modern History

The Modern History programme of the University of Glasgow brings together social and political historians, active in research on topics from the French Revolution to refugees in the 20th century. The programme provides you with thorough research training and a wide set of transferable skills in the conception, design and execution of a research project.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$35,906/yr

California State University Sacramento3,8(8)

Sacramento, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

History (Comprehensive Option)

The Master of Arts program in History (Comprehensive Option) offered by the California State University Sacramento introduces students to the use of the historical method, the critical investigation of problems in historical study, and the analysis and interpretation of primary source material.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$8,064/yr

UCL4,1(123)

London, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Public History

The Public History MA at UCL is a one-year programme designed for those seeking a Master's degree in this dynamic field. Offered at University College London, students can choose to study full-time or part-time. This degree combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing graduates for diverse careers in public history.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$44,781/yr

Royal Holloway University of London4,4(63)

Egham, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Public History

The MA in Public History programme at Royal Holloway University of London is aimed at historians who are keen to engage the public by becoming experts in communicating ideas about the past in a range of spaces and media.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$35,417/yr

Birkbeck, University of London4,1(35)

London, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Creative Writing and Contemporary Studies

Birkbeck, University of London's MA Creative Writing and Contemporary Studies is run by experienced and forward-thinking teachers who have been enabling dynamic groups of students to improve their creative work and develop as writers for nearly two decades.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$27,601/yr

Stockton University4,5(2)

Ocean Acres, United States

Holocaust and Genocide Studies

The Holocaust and Genocide Studies program at the Stockton University is committed to innovative and challenging research and teaching on the Holocaust, other genocides, the prevention of mass atrocities, and the promotion of human rights.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$44,730/yr

West Virginia University4,4(8)

Morgantown, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Public History

The Public History program from West Virginia University trains historians who work in the public sector by grounding them in traditional research methodology learned in seminars and through public history courses designed to give students practical experience conducting client-based research.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,024/yr

Manchester Metropolitan University4,4(154)

Manchester, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Public History and Heritage

Study how history has shaped the world around us, whilst getting direct experience of working in the heritage sector as a professional historian. The Public History and Heritage programme is offered at Manchester Metropolitan University.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$27,140/yr

Nagoya University4,4(7)

Nagoya-shi, Japan Top 1% in Worldwide

Japan in Asia Cultural Studies

The Master in Japan in Asia Cultural Studies at Nagoya University offers students an excellent opportunity to develop a deep understanding of, and critical insights into, the rich and complex relations between Japan and other East Asian countries in modern world history and globalizing contemporary society.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$3,399/yr

Columbia University4,3(91)

Manhattan, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

International and World History

The International and World History program at Columbia University offers two degrees: a Master of Arts from Columbia University and a Master of Science from the London School of Economics.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$73,456/yr

Tilburg University4,1(122)

Tilburg, Netherlands Top 2% in Worldwide

Philosophy - Ethics, Policy and Global Challenges

Study philosophical and ethical issues that arise with respect to populism, migration, terrorism, inequality, sustainability, and the role that science and technology play in our society. In the Philosophy - Ethics, Policy and Global Challenges program at Tilburg University you'll develop crucial skills that enable you to think critically, conceptualize things clearly, and argue convincingly.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$23,314/yr

Charles University4,3(118)

Online Top 2% in Worldwide

Oral History and Contemporary History

The MA program in Oral History and Contemporary History from Charles University is centered on the connection between individual and collective aspects of contemporary history and historical events.

M.A. Part-time Online

2 years$2,343/yr

University of Zurich4,2(56)

Zürich, Switzerland Top 2% in Worldwide

Art History in a Global Context

The major in Art History in a Global Context at University of Zurich takes a global, cultural geographic teaching approach to artworks in East Asia, North America, and Europe.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$1,842/yr

Zhejiang University3,9(28)

Jiaxing, China Top 0.5% in Worldwide

China Studies

The Master of China Studies at Zhejiang University is a MA-level degree program with a strong focus on China’s economic, cultural and societal context. Through an interdisciplinary curriculum and in-depth field research in China’s contemporary economic, cultural and societal context, students gain a unique perspective on the social and business environment of China.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$9,663/yr

OnCampus London4,4(63)

London, United Kingdom

Holocaust Studies - 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 Holocaust Studies - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Royal Holloway University of London.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

9 months$30,451/full

Southern New Hampshire University4,5(66)

Online

History - Public History Online

Protect historical artifacts and communicate cultural narratives by earning your online Master of Arts in History - Public History Online degree. In this master's program from Southern New Hampshire University, you'll learn to create historical preservation and outreach initiatives that integrate deep content knowledge and technological savvy to educate and empower individuals and groups.

M.A. Part-time Online

1 year, 3 months$17,397/yr