MA Global History in Sheffield United Kingdom | The University of Sheffield

Delve into the rich histories of South, East, and Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Americas, alongside broader narratives of imperialism, decolonization, migration, conflict, humanitarian efforts, and globalization.
As one of the UK's premier institutions for postgraduate studies in global, international, and imperial histories, our History Department boasts world-renowned specialists in these regions. The MA in Global History leverages this expertise to offer profound insights into the forces that have shaped our world, allowing you to examine connections, contrasts, and exchanges across vast geographical and temporal landscapes while analyzing the interplay between global, regional, and local dynamics.

Our MA programs are crafted to support specialized research under expert guidance within a welcoming academic community.

The foundational module enhances your grasp of crucial historiographical methods and source analysis techniques, while the Dissertation component lets you refine these skills through independent research. This is complemented by the Research Presentation module, which hones your ability to communicate complex historical concepts to general audiences.

Career prospects
A History MA significantly expands your transferable skill set. You'll enjoy the flexibility to customize your research focus while prioritizing the competencies most valuable to your goals. Our specialized modules in public history—including Presenting the Past and practical work placements—deliver authentic professional experience.
These sought-after skills explain why our alumni thrive in diverse fields, from academia and cultural heritage sectors to corporate leadership, marketing, legal professions, and media careers.
We provide customized guidance for students aspiring to pursue PhD studies after completing their MA.