The MA History postgraduate degree at Nottingham Trent University offers you an exciting opportunity to delve into new areas of historical enquiry and conduct your own primary research. This programme is ideal if you wish to pursue a historical interest beyond undergraduate level or are preparing for PhD study by developing essential research skills. You will explore internationally recognised staff expertise, covering medieval and early modern British and European history, modern and contemporary history, public history, and global history, with case studies ranging from the Crusades to Race and Lynching.
This full-time, on-campus MA is studied over one year, integrating taught modules with a substantial research project. You will explore themes such as History and Memory, Pre-Modern Voices, History and Policy, and Mind, Body and Emotions, developing critical analysis and communication skills. The History Practice and Purpose module further hones your digital, research, and numeracy skills, potentially including real-world placements. You will graduate with a Masters Degree, equipped to pursue careers in archives, museums, heritage, policy, or further academic research.