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History MA

University of Sussex

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    University of Sussex

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Our innovative and diverse MA focuses on key themes in the history of Europe, North America, and the world from the early modern period onwards. Some of the themes that you may explore include: hisrtories of the the body, emotions and the environment the impact of the ‘cultural turn’ and identity politics on the discipline of history the role of community archives, digital resources and family histories in the creation of ‘people’s history’ and ‘public history’ topics in modern and contemporary history, from human rights to war and violence. You’re introduced to historical methodology and practice – especially the ‘cultural turn’ and ‘global turn’ in historiography – and how they might be used in devising and researching your individual research project. You can also take part in our world-leading work on contemporary Britain. Our approach places everyday experiences within their social, cultural, economic and political contexts. We draw on the unparalleled resources of the renowned Mass Observation Archive. We are also home to innovative research centres, including the Centre for German-Jewish Studies and the Centre for World Environmental History. You’ll immerse yourself in the field’s literature and integrate the historical perspective with that of other social sciences. As a graduate, you’ll be prepared to undertake doctoral research and have the ability to critically understand the modern world – valuable skills for a variety of careers and employment opportunities.

Application deadline

01/09/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 23,500per year

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University information

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

  • University League Table

    36th

  • Campus address

    University of Sussex, Sussex House, Falmer, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 9RH, United Kingdom

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At Sussex, fresh thinking and international perspectives fuel teaching that matters, helping you thrive in careers anywhere in the world.
A diverse, supportive and inclusive community: at Sussex, you can explore, question and develop as an individual and meet people who will inspire you.
Sussex’s world-leading research underpins your education, meaning that what you learn is at the cutting edge of current knowledge.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    History

    32nd out of 91 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    117 58%

    37th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    66.0 66%

    43rd

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.22 80%

    53rd

    14

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