History by distance learning

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in history, philosophy, and theology with the MA History by distance learning at University of Birmingham. this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 2-year full-time structure. Take your study of History to the next level and benefit from Birmingham’s stellar teaching and research reputation from anywhere in the world with our flexible online course. This two-year programme offers you the opportunity to explore a number of historical themes and time periods from across the world, where you’ll take advantage of our broad range of expertise. Develop practical transferable skills so that your love of history can further your career and life ambitions. Your MA is completely adaptable to your interests. Home/uk fees are £5,625 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

We charge an annual tuition fee. Fees for 2026 entry are above. The fees quoted are for one year only. For those studying courses that are longer than one year, tuition fees will also be payable in subsequent years of your programme. Paying your tuition fees Tuition fees can either be paid in full or by instalments. You can check whether you are eligible for UK or international fees with our admissions team. Learn more about postgraduate tuition fees and funding. Tuition fee deposits for interna

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