History MA

<strong>Important information</strong><br/><br/><strong>We are planning to make some changes to our History (MA) for 2026 entry. Changes are currently undergoing approval through the Universitys rigorous academic processes. It is therefore very important that you check our website for the latest information before you apply and prior to accepting an offer.</strong><br/><br/>The Warwick History MA offers advanced study in history. Our MA programme allows you the opportunity to both specialise and diversify, to follow your passion and to try something new. You will be taught by experts in their field, introducing you to their areas of research and what it is to be a historian. You will have the opportunity to study and write about what really enthuses you, and to pursue in-depth research on your chosen dissertation topic. Optional modules will offer a chronological, geographical, and thematic range of topics, including in modern history, early modern history, global history, and the history of medicine. You’ll be able to take advantage of the Departments field-leading research centresLink opens in a new window, including participating in the lively schedule of academic research seminars, lectures and conferences.<br/><br/>Our new core module, redeveloped for 2026 entry, is called ‘History Writing: Theory and Practice.’ Over two terms you will learn about recent theories and methodologies in history writing to understand human experience and agency, questions of power and knowledge, and conceptions of historical change. As well as covering more fundamental themes and approaches to historical research, this module will enable you to prepare for the dissertation research and writing process. Interactive workshop sessions will support students to develop the skills needed to produce an original piece of historical research.<br/><br/>Students will have the option to graduate either with an MA in History, or an MA in a more specialised area of study. The routes available are:<br/><br/><br/>• MA History<br/><br/><br/><br/>• MA History (Medicine, Science and Technology)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• MA History (Early Modern)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• MA History (Global and Comparative)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• MA History (Modern)<br/><br/><br/><br/>In order to graduate with a specialised route title, you must pass at least 30 CATS of History modules and complete a dissertation in the relevant subject area. You must also attend research seminars and events in that area, and reflect on your learning from these events.<br/><br/>In terms of optional modules, you can take either two or three optional modules. The modules on offer each year will vary according to staff availability and student demand. We are currently revising our suite of optional modules for 2026-27, but they will offer a chronological, geographical, and thematic range of topics. You are also able to take optional modules in cognate disciplines e.g. Politics and International Relations, English and Comparative Literary Studies, Film & TV, History of Art, Theatre Studies, Modern Languages and Cultures, Sociology.<br/><br/>Finally, you will complete a dissertation. In your dissertation you will have a large amount of freedom to develop a project of your own choice with help and guidance from your supervisor who will meet with you regularly.<br/><br/>The programme will appeal equally to those wishing to undertake further postgraduate study and those pursuing a career outside of the University, equipping you with research, writing and critical thinking skills vital in a range of professions.