History (F89)

Open University
Postgraduate MA Distance learning 2 Years History

About this course

The MA in History provides you with the opportunity to explore society, politics and culture in Britain and Ireland during either the early modern (c.1500-1780) or modern (c.1750-1970) period. Using our world-class collection of online primary source materials together with collections of documents and artefacts in local and national repositories, you will produce an independent research project on a topic of your choice.

Key features of the course

  • Develops your ability to present a sustained argument in clear, logical prose

  • Builds your skills of analysis, critical thinking and practical research

  • Provides a firm foundation for further research studies

  • Applicable to a wide range of careers
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
    3412 Authors, writers and translators
    4135 Library clerks and assistants
    2472 Archivists, conservators and curators
    2471 Librarians
    2115 Social and humanities scientists

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MA
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    2 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Milton Keynes
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    History