Department of History
Prospective students
Current students
About the department
Research
Lifelong Learning
Postgraduate study
Taught programmes
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MA in History
Pathways available:- Medieval and Early Modern History
- Contemporary History
- Empires
- Cultures and Intellectual History
- Public History
- MA in Medieval Studies
(The Department contributes to this interdisciplinary programme)
For details of typical units on offer see the programme catalogue.
If you would like further information on the academic content of the course, please email artf-gradschool@bristol.ac.uk.
Research programmes (MPhil, MLitt/PhD)
We welcome and encourage applications for postgraduate degrees by research. In addition to topics focusing on single research areas, we actively encourage interdisciplinary research that cuts across the spectrum of historical studies, or other intellectual disciplines in the Faculty of Arts and beyond. Joint supervision may be provided.
Research awards
We currently have three research awards on offer:
- Deas Doctoral Scholarships Department of Historical Studies
(Deadline: 30 April 2013) - Keil Doctoral Scholarship Department of Historical Studies
(Deadline: 30 April 2013) - School of Humanities Academic Assistant Awards
(Deadline: 26 April 2013)
Further information on research awards »
Research groups
See our departmental research groups for more information on how our research activity is focused within Historical Studies.
Skills training
You will also benefit from the Graduate School of Arts and Humanities' skills training programme, which allows you to extend your range of academic and professional skills. You may also be given the chance at an appropriate stage to teach undergraduates, and you will be offered training for this purpose, leading to formal accreditation.
Graduate School
The Graduate School of Arts and Humanities is the central hub for postgraduate study in the Faculty of Arts, providing support, information and a vibrant community for our students.
Did you know?
The Graduate School offers scholarship opportunities and other financial aid to Arts applicants on both taught and research programmes.