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42 Master's degrees in General Studies in United Kingdom
Social Anthropology
Social anthropology considers people, through and through, as social beings. Everything that all of us do, in whatever society or culture at whatever period of history, rests on assumptions, which usually are not stated but which are largely shared with our particular neighbours, kin, friends, or colleagues. The Social Anthropology course is offered by the University of Oxford.
History of Ideas
Birkbeck, University of London offers a Master of Research (MRes) in History of Ideas. This programme is available for full-time or part-time attendance and is designed for those who wish to delve deeply into historical research. The course spans one year for full-time students and two years for part-time students, starting in October 2026.

Interdisciplinary Study
Do you ask questions across disciplinary boundaries? Are you open to collaboration with the ambition and determination to tackle real-world problems? On the Interdisciplinary Study degree from University of Birmingham you'll conduct your own interdisciplinary research and study taught modules across the University.

Part-Time Degree MA
A flexible Part-Time Degree MA is allowing you to combine study with work or other commitments. If you feel you have missed out on the opportunity to study at University, or want to study but lack the conventional entry requirements, this degree could be ideal for you.

English Literature
The English Literature program at Northumbria University is taught by internationally recognised scholars in English Literature. You’ll work with cutting-edge research-active staff to push forward the latest developments in literary criticism.
Migration Studies
This interdisciplinary Migration Studies offered at the University of Oxford analyses global migration and mobility, in historical context, and as part of the broader processes of development and social change.
Interdisciplinary Chemical Research
King's Interdisciplinary Chemical Research program offered at King's College London master's course gives you the unique opportunity to work with two academic supervisors from multiple specialisms on an interdisciplinary research project. This MRes provides the ideal platform for anyone contemplating a career in scientific research, or associated fields.
Pre-Master's in Social Sciences
Prepare for entry to a range of postgraduate degrees in areas such as education, history, law, politics and translation in the Pre-Master's in Social Sciences at INTO Queen's University Belfast.

English Literature (Online)
The English Literature (Online)MA degree at Northumbria University means you have access to a wide range of resources, staff experience and scheduled online classes, while working from wherever you are in the world.

Theology
In this Theology course at the University of Nottingham you can combine your own research with insight from our advanced taught modules.

Pre-Master’s Programme (PMP)
This one-year (2-semester) Pre-Master’s Programme (PMP) from OnCampus Aston offers successful students guaranteed progression to Aston University.

English Literature
This English Literature MA degree at Northumbria University will help you gain a more confident critical voice, and advanced analytical and research skills.

Classics - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a postgraduate degree at a top UK university. Learn more at the Classics - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Birkbeck, University of London.

Law - General Legal Studies
The Law - General Legal Studies programme taught at University of Bristol offers you the widest range of choice across our specialist LLM programme portfolio. This programme is most suited to those wishing to design a bespoke programme, tailored to your specific interests.
Buddhist Studies
This two-year degree in Buddhist Studies offered at the University of Oxford aims to give you a comprehensive training in one of the main Buddhist canonical languages, along with in-depth explorations of Buddhist history, philosophy, and literature. You will choose to specialise in Sanskrit, Classical Tibetan, or Classical Chinese, and may select another of these languages as an optional subject.
Master's Preparation
Prepare for direct entry to a range of Master's degrees at universities across the UK, with guaranteed entry to one of 30+ NCUK universities. Learn more at Master's Preparation from the INTO Manchester.
Global Cultures
Understand culture and understand people. Learn to break down barriers of gender, race, and identity and create more diversity and inclusion. Become part of the solution and help to make positive change to individuals, communities and in workplaces. Join the Global Cultures programme from King's College London.
General Primary with QTS
This General Primary with QTS, Postgrad.Cert. from University of Cumbria is an internationally renowned academic qualification, combined with the award award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) gives you the very best of evidence-based and informed practice.
Early Modern Studies
The Early Modern Studies MA from University College London (UCL) offers an innovative blend of essential skills training for research (paleography and historical bibliography), object-based learning and museum visits.

Creative Practice - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a postgraduate degree at a top UK university. Learn more at the Creative Practice - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Goldsmiths, University of London.