724 Humanities Masters Degree Programs in United Kingdom

Poised at the intersection of the humanities and technology, the MA Philosophy & Artificial Intelligence combines the exploration of theoretical and ethical issues related to computing, data, and information processing with opportunities to develop some of the data science skills that underpin recent advances in machine learning and artificial intelligence. Engaging an inherently fascinating subject-matter, this cutting-edge masters degree can equip you with a combination of analytical, technical, ethical, and communications skills that is highly sought by employers.

The MSc Contemporary Identities in the study of identity is a burgeoning area of sociological and cultural studies. Over a range of units, this programme provides an introduction to key themes in this field, with identity explored in both theoretical and substantive ways. On the one hand, there has been an exciting and innovative strand of work that explores and re-theorises the ideas of subjectivity and selfhood in the context of changes brought about by late modern and postmodern society.

The SOAS-IAU Postgraduate Diploma in Museum Studies, sponsored by the Saudi Museums Commission, offers expert training in curatorial roles, object handling, and digital curating. Gain hands-on experience and global insights, with top students eligible for MA sponsorship. Transition to an MA with a 2026 dissertation module.

The MRes in Arts and Humanities is a research preparation degree that offers students the opportunity to undertake advanced studies within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at Queen’s.

The MA in Black British History is an exciting opportunity to study and research the histories of Africans and African-descended peoples in the United Kingdom.

The Health Humanities MA program explores how human experiences of health, illness, and healing are shaped by cultural, historical, and social factors. It combines studies from areas like literature, history, philosophy, and arts to offer a broad und…

Students deploy inter-disciplinary humanities approaches to the Islamic world, and engage seriously with its production in the humanities not as an afterthought to the traditional humanities but as a source of critical insights for a global humanities. Challenging essentialist narratives, the programme fosters an appreciation of diversity – regional, cultural and religio-intellectual – within the Islamic world.

This Digital Humanities MA combines digital theory and practice to study human culture. You’ll use critical theory, case studies, and hands-on, project-based exercises to examine digital representations of human culture in all forms, from history, languages, and music to museums, digital publishing, and more.

Explore the interesting intersection of US history and politics on this one-year MA (two-year if part-time) which brings together insights from the whole of the humanities and social sciences into a single Master’s. Learn alongside experts at the UCL Institute of the Americas, US specialists from other UCL departments and University of London colleges – and put yourself on the path to a meaningful career in research, journalism, teaching, or work in government or NGOs.

The Digital Humanities MA is designed to blend traditional humanities subjects with digital tools and methods. Students explore how digital technologies transform the study of history, literature, art, and culture. The program offers a mix of theoret…

The MSc in Digital Humanities is designed to give students a strong understanding of how digital tools and methods can be applied to humanities research. The program covers topics like digital archiving, data analysis, text encoding, and digital stor…

Pursue an MRes in Humanities at Stirling. Gain advanced research skills, expert support, and explore your passion across diverse disciplines and cultures.

This unique interdisciplinary MA offers you the opportunity to study Black Humanities through critical engagement with the global histories, philosophies, languages, literature and arts of people of African descent. Based on cutting-edge research from across the humanities, you will study the histories and intellectual frameworks that underpin contemporary debates about race.

The Medieval and Renaissance Studies MA offers students a chance to explore the history, literature, art, and culture of Europe from late antiquity through the early modern period. The program combines historical and cultural analysis, encouraging st…

The MSc in Digital Humanities (Data Science) develop the skills to step into the world of data science while using your humanities or social sciences background to make sustained arguments. You'll learn how to embed justice-led, climate-oriented and unbiased ways of working, elevating your capacity.

The program focuses on giving students a deep understanding of the political and social dynamics in Russia and Eastern Europe. It explores topics like post-communist transitions, state-building, political change, and societal developments in the regi…

This MA in Political Analysis focusing on Russia and Eastern Europe offers a detailed look at the political systems, history, and current issues in the region. The program covers topics like governance, political institutions, social movements, and i…

Our European Studies MA course will give you a detailed understanding of the politics, history, economy and societies of Europe. As a full-time student, you may also take either a French or German pathway, which offers you the opportunity to complete a master’s degree within a year while taking modules abroad. Places on these pathways have separate capacity restrictions.