MA Modern British History: The University of Manchester

Course description

The Modern British History MA is one of Manchester's most established programmes. The MA is designed to introduce students to advanced study in their chosen field and to equip them with the skills required for doctoral research. The MA allows students to tailor their advanced study and research-preparation to their interests, needs and existing knowledge.

International Students

Students from around the world contribute to a thriving postgraduate community in the School of Arts, Histories and Cultures. (Within three years of arriving in Manchester, I'd taught postgraduates from Eastern Europe, Germany, Greece, India, Ireland, Japan, and the USA). Manchester's international airport, home to established airlines and budget carriers, makes the city both easily accessible and a great base for exploration. The Master's programme is completed within twelve months and offers an ideal platfom for doctoral research either in the UK, or back home. Recent graduates have found positions on doctoral programmes in the USA and Japan.

Career opportunities

The Modern British History MA programme offers a non-vocational degree, which teaches a wide range of skills tranferable to a wide range of careers. In addition to securing AHRC-funding to pursue doctoral research, recent graduates from the programme have pursued careers in the heritage industry, school teaching, accountancy and the legal profession.

Entry requirements

Academic entry qualification overview: An Upper Second class honours degree, or the overseas equivalent.

English language: Non-native speakers of English should have at least a score of IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL 600 (paper based) or 250 (computer based).