History MA
University of Leeds

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(4.4)

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Qualification

Professional Masters

Location

Leeds, Main

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

Sep 2026

Duration

1 Year

Course info

History connects us to people, institutions, places, objects and ideas, and it shapes everything from world politics to technological innovations. Understanding it helps us define who we are and how we can better ourselves for tomorrow. On this MA History course, you’ll explore history and its relation to the world using a range of perspectives. You’ll learn in one of the largest History departments in the country, engaging with tutors working at the cutting edge of historical research, whose work shapes national and international debate. You’ll have the chance to define how you study your course, from explorations into state archives to considering popular culture and everyday life. You’re also supported to follow more than one approach, as you collaborate with other historians who ask alternative questions, draw from different sources and see the past differently.

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What students say

Juliet

University of Leeds

History MA

Best uni experience I could have asked for. Minus the University's involvement and funding with BAE systems. Also, the treatment of the student occupiers in Parkinson building.

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amy Richardson

University of Leeds

History MA

I love the course, all of my teachers are amazing! Although I do think marking can be inconsistent (e.g. certain lecturers are known to be harsh or lenient) I think the worst aspect has to be the impact of the cost of living crisis, it's really hard to make the most of my time here whilst money is tight.

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Katharine

University of Leeds

History MA

There are 4 big libraries on campus with other study spaces too so there’s always somewhere to work. Also lots of cafes/shops/food stalls on campus and nearby. Work/social life balance is also great because there’s loads of pubs, bars, and clubs with events throughout the week

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Lucas Bedford Comte

University of Leeds

History MA

I think the university has excellent facilities, including the variety of libraries and the content they have inside them. I also think the support systems in place for students, as well as professor's understanding and care for students is second to none. I believe the University of Leeds is an excellent university, in an excellent city, and offers the perfect balance between quality education, a fun atmosphere, and sociability. The few problems with the university are with regard to the price of food on campus. Often, students leave the campus since it is cheaper to buy food from other supermarkets or bring in packed lunches because the food is so overpriced. I would personally love to buy food to support the economic system on campus. Unfortunately, due to the price of the food, I am unable to do this and instead either bring in a packed lunch or go to Tesco's to buy some food.

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Ella St Leger

University of Leeds

History MA

The University of Leeds is on the whole a great place to study. It has great facilities a great campus, and a (on the whole) friendly and inclusive community. The university could be improved by paying its staff what they deserve to bring an end to the current strikes and to demonstrate that they are the respectful and inclusive institution that they advertise themselves to be.

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