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Early Prehistory and Human Origins
On this Early Prehistory and Human Origins course from University of York you'll explore the archaeology and approaches to human origins whilst working alongside internationally renowned specialists in early prehistoric archaeology and human evolution.

Forensic Speech Science
This Forensic Speech Science MSc course from the University of York comprises various applications of phonetics, linguistics, acoustics, and computer science to tackling problems in police work or providing evidence in legal cases.

Linguistics
The Linguistics MSc course from the University of York will build a thorough foundation in the science behind how we communicate.

Culture and Thought after 1945
On this flexible Culture and Thought after 1945 course from University of York you'll study with leading experts in their field from the Departments of Archaeology, English, History, History of Art, Sociology and the Centre for Women’s Studies.

Screenwriting (by research)
Put your creative skills into practice, working from an initial story idea to the final creative project with the Screenwriting (by research) programme from University of York.

Applied Linguistics for English Language Teaching
Study at the forefront of an exciting field in an internationally excellent institution. This Applied Linguistics for English Language Teaching course is offered at University of York

Literature in the Creative and Cultural Industries
The Literature in the Creative and Cultural Industries MA course from the University of York offers a versatile and innovative approach to the study of literary production in the context of the wider cultural and creative industries.

History
If your passion lies in research, our MPhil in History programme from University of York give you the independence to focus on a specialism of your choice. Study with us and receive expert research guidance from our supportive staff.

Conservation of Historic Buildings
The Conservation of Historic Buildings at University of York course conforms with the international ICOMOS Guidelines for Education and Training in Conservation.

Medieval Studies
In this Medieval Studies programme from the University of York, you will explore all facets of global medieval life and culture, from 400 to 1550, studying in the heart of England's medieval capital.

Historical Studies
Throughout this Historical Studies MA course from the University of York you'll explore a tailored programme and experience the depth of studying history with international experts.

Global Literature and Culture
The Global Literature and Culture programme from University of York is a wide-ranging exploration of the cultural manifestations of colonial conquest, national identities, anti-colonial resistance and post-colonial struggles.

Modern and Contemporary Literature and Culture
The Modern and Contemporary Literature and Culture programme from University of York offers you an intensive and exciting survey of the literary culture of the 20th and 21st centuries.

Linguistics
Gain a thorough foundation and background in modern linguistics. The Linguistics course is offered at University of York.

Linguistics (by research)
The Linguistics (by research) programme from University of York is one of the leading linguistics research centres in the UK. You'll have access to specialist facilities and expert academic support, and you'll become a valued member of our research community.

Modern History
The Modern History programme from University of York combines an advanced level introduction to the methodologies and techniques of modern history with a wide range of thematic modules exploring the 18th to 21st centuries.

History (by research)
If your passion lies in research, our History (by research) degree from University of York will give you the independence to focus on a specialism of your choice. Study with us and receive expert research guidance from our supportive staff.

Early Prehistory and Human Origins
Explore what it means to be human on this Early Prehistory and Human Origins course from University of York.

Historic Buildings
The Historic Buildings course at the University of York will allow you to explore current intellectual and professional research priorities in the archaeology of buildings and introduce you to conservation legislation, policy and practice. You'll leave with excellent research and communication skills relating to the research, analysis and interpretation of historic buildings.

Medieval History
The Medieval History programme from University of York will enable you to explore new approaches to the history of medieval Britain and Europe. You will have a chance to acquire new knowledge, as well as to develop valuable skills alongside extensive training in research technique and methodology.