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  • Qualification

    MRes - Master of Research

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    29-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Course overview
Investigate questions about the past while advancing your historical research skills. On our MRes you'll deepen your knowledge of historical periods through taught modules with the freedom to pursue your research interests.
Course structure
The course runs over 12 months full-time on campus. You can also study this programme on a part-time basis.
Course highlights
At Birmingham, you'll develop your knowledge and understanding of historical research and complete a project on any aspect of History.

Our History Departments significant strengths include: Medieval and Early Modern History Global History and US History Modern and Contemporary History.

The History Department is also home to many research centres exploring key historical periods. Discover the latest research from visiting academic speakers and our staff at our research centre seminars.

Join a Department with a global reputation for research – ranked 8th in the UK in the Research Excellence Framework exercise 2021 based on Grade Point Average (Times Higher Education).
Choose optional modules related to your chosen historical area from a wide variety of modules across history.
Develop your independent research abilities and analytical skills before undertaking a PhD or to gain transferable skills for your career.
An MRes combines the best of postgraduate taught study with in-depth independent research.
Career opportunities
By studying a postgraduate degree in History or Heritage at Birmingham, youll develop transferable skills suited to a range of career paths. These skills include the ability to collate together information, strong written and verbal communication skills, and analytical skills.

Tuition fees

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£ 22,600per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, Birmingham, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    13th out of 91 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    156 76%

    20th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    8th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.02 75%

    78th

    1

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