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98 Master's degrees offered by the university

Sustainable Built Heritage
Sustainable Built Heritage from University of York, you'll combine a critical study of the heritage sector with case studies of built environments, including visits and workshops.

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.

Archaeology
The MPhil Archaeology programme from University of York requires a dissertation of up to 90,000 words. If you choose to study the MPhil in Archaeology, you'll produce a dissertation of up to 60,000 words.

Comparative Education and International Development
Learn how educational challenges vary across the globe and how to counter them with this Comparative Education and International Development from University of York.

Financial Economics
This intellectually demanding Financial Economics course from University of York is part of our uniquely multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary suite of finance Masters programmes.

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.

Bioarchaeology
The Bioarchaeology at University of York combines advanced osteoarchaeological techniques with the molecular analysis of human remains. You'll be encouraged to immerse yourself in the study of stable isotopes, lipid residue analysis, palaeoproteomics and ancient DNA – and play an active role in the development of new techniques in this constantly evolving branch of archaeology.

Archaeology
As an MA researcher (by research) in Archaeology from University of York, you'll have the opportunity to build expertise in a subject area you're passionate about. We offer courses in Archaeology and Conservation Studies. Study the human past or develop creative approaches to the conservation of our heritage.

Zooarchaeology
On this Zooarchaeology course from University of York you will study archaeological animal remains on a macro and micro scale to investigate what they tell us about how humans and other species have co-existed over the millennia.

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.

Mesolithic Archaeology
Join the Mesolithic Archaeology programme at the University of York and explore key topics such as technology, consumption practices, death and burial, plants and animals, and settlement, drawing on the research carried out in a globally renowned centre for mesolithic studies.

Public Administration - International Development
Examine the services and organisations that are helping to establish developing countries across the world. The Public Administration - International Development programme is offered at the University of York.

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.

International Political Economy - Critical Theories, Issues and Conflicts
At the heart of this International Political Economy - Critical Theories, Issues and Conflicts course from University of York are passionate discussions on contemporary issues such as international development, global financial regulation and the organisation of production and trade.

Community Music
Become a leader in collaborative and inclusive music making. The Community Music course is offered at 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.

Development, Disorders and Clinical Practice
Gain an understanding of cognitive neurodevelopmental disorders within the context of typical development with this Development, Disorders and Clinical Practice programme from University of York.

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.

Funerary Archaeology
The Funerary Archaeology course from University of York will enable you to use the latest techniques and equipment to build key, practical knowledge and explore the varied archaeological and methodological approaches to funerary archaeology.

Cultural Heritage Management
This Cultural Heritage Management course from University of York offers essential training for professional roles throughout the sector. You'll learn to understand all aspects of heritage management theory and practice, gain practical experience with heritage sector professionals, and develop knowledge and skills essential for today’s heritage sector careers.