MA History University of Reading

Program Description

Our MA History offers global pathways in western and non-western history. From Africa through South Asia and the Middle East to Western Europe, the UK and the USA, you will discover a broad range of history, and tailor your master's degree to suit your chronological, thematic and geographical interests. Our MA is ideal for any student planning to undertake doctoral research; to pursue or enhance a career in teaching and education, or engagement in media, public history, and the museum and archive sectors; or to follow their intellectual curiosity and develop their own research interests. The University of Reading ranks joint 144th globally, and 27th in the UK of UK universities featured for Arts and Humanities in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026.

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