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41 Master's degrees offered by the university

Antiquity (Classics and Ancient History)
Immerse yourself in the advanced study of Ancient Greek and Roman civilisations. This Antiquity (Classics and Ancient History) programme from University of Birmingham lets you specialise in the area of antiquity that interests you most.

Faith-Based Leadership
The Faith-Based Leadership programme from University of Birmingham recognises faith leaders already have expert theological and pastoral skills, but often need to manage sophisticated organisations, projects and initiatives.

Theology and Religion
Explore faith, spirituality and religion in depth with the Theology and Religion programme from University of Birmingham. You'll build critical thinking and understanding across different beliefs, developing key skills for careers where empathy and diverse perspectives matter.

Classics and Ancient History (by research)
The Classics and Ancient History (by research) course at the University of Birmingham covers a huge range of areas, with a focus on Egyptian, Roman and Greek societies across all the periods of classical antiquity.

Theology and Religion (by research)
Immerse yourself in your own Theology and Religion research supported by experts from one of the largest and most diverse Theology departments in the UK. Join a vibrant research community interested in a range of religions and belief systems from across the world through the Theology and Religion (by research) programme from University of Birmingham.

History
Take your love of history and uncovering the past to the next level with the History programme being taught at University of Birmingham. Enhance your knowledge of the areas that you find most fascinating while learning from the leading academic experts.

History - Medieval and Early Modern History
Step back in time and deepen your understanding of the past by discovering the complexity and diversity of Medieval and Early Modern History with this History - Medieval and Early Modern History programme from University of Birmingham.

Applied Linguistics (Online)
Advance your understanding in the study of language and take English teaching to the next level. The Applied Linguistics (Online) programme from University of Birmingham fits around your life so you can learn while working anywhere in the world.

Language, Culture and Communication
Learn to critique different ideologies about culture and evaluate news and other forms of public discourse with this Language, Culture and Communication programme from University of Birmingham. You’ll develop critical and analytical skills to dissect the ways language is used in politics, media, and communications.

Philosophy
Design your own research project, supported by the supervisors with expertise across a range of philosophical topics with the Philosophy course at University of Birmingham. Gain the key tools to complete your project as an independent researcher through taught modules.

Byzantine, Ottoman and Modern Greek Studies (by research)
Take the next step with the Byzantine, Ottoman and Modern Greek Studies (by research) degree delivered by the University of Birmingham. At Birmingham, you’ll be a part of the UK’s only research centre to unite these disciplines.

History by Distance Learning (Online)
Take your study of History to the next level and benefit from Birmingham’s stellar teaching and research reputation from anywhere in the world with the History by Distance Learning (Online) programme from University of Birmingham.

Philosophy of Religion and Ethics
Through the Philosophy of Religion and Ethics programme from University of Birmingham you'll explore the latest debates at the intersection of ethics and the philosophy of religion.

Secondary Education (QTS) – Modern Languages
Start your teaching journey with the Secondary Education (QTS) – Modern Languages programme from the University of Birmingham. Receive expert education and support to inspire young minds in the 11-18 age range, through close partnerships with schools.

Religion, Politics and Society
On this Religion, Politics and Society programme from University of Birmingham you’ll research the role of religion in politics and society, strengthening your skills as a global citizen.

History - Modern and Contemporary History
From the industrial revolution to the computer age, from the impact of the French Revolution to the Arab Spring, explore the rapid changes during modern and contemporary history and the impact they have on the world today with the History - Modern and Contemporary History degree from University of Birmingham.

Shakespeare and Creativity
Immerse yourself in Shakespeare's works and learn from expert academics at the Shakespeare Institute. You'll also get to work with theatre practitioners at the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) as part of the unique collaboration. The Shakespeare and Creativity programme is offered at University of Birmingham.

History
Investigate questions about the past while advancing your historical research skills. On the History degree delivered by the University of Birmingham you'll deepen your knowledge of historical periods through taught modules with the freedom to pursue your research interests.

Global Ethics and Justice
How can philosophy help them think about global problems, such as climate change, war, sweatshops, infectious disease, and gender injustice? Expand your knowledge, and prepare for your future at the forefront of global justice with the Global Ethics and Justice programme from University of Birmingham.

Shakespeare (Online)
Throughout the Shakespeare (Online) course from University of Birmingham you'll explore different approaches to Shakespeare based on the latest research of the Shakespeare experts.