MA Early Modern Studies

The Early Modern Studies MA at University College London is a one-year, full-time interdisciplinary and flexible programme. The programme uses resources from various disciplines such as Languages, Literatures, History, Philosophy, Visual Culture, and History and Philosophy of Science. The programme is ideal for individuals interested in the Early Modern period, offering them a broad range of disciplinary perspectives and enabling them the freedom to customise their programme based on primary interests.Course Content: The course content is structured to offer a wealth of disciplinary perspectives, from Art History, English, History, to Philosophy. The students will gain a deep understanding of the Early Modern period extending from the late fifteenth to the early eighteenth centuries. They will have the opportunity to study a mixture of core and optional modules, which equip them with a strong insight into the historical, aesthetic, and intellectual environment of this complex period. Key Modules: The core modules of the programme include 'Approaches to Early Modernity' and a choice between 'Resources for Research (15 credits)' or 'Resources for Research (30 credits)'. Some examples of the optional modules are 'Witchcraft and Witch-Hunting in Early Modern Europe', 'Disease and Health in Early Modern London', and 'Sex and the Body in Early Modern Europe'.Future Careers: The course equips its students with the tools necessary for further research into the literature, cultures, and history of the Early Modern period. Beyond academia, the Early Modern Studies MA would be valuable to roles in archives, libraries, museums, and other cultural and heritage institutions.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.