The History Departments in the UK we are able to offer a depth of subject expertise rarely matched by other institutions. This means that we can offer a breadth of study with a large chronological range from medieval to modern covering global history from Britain, Europe, Africa, the Americas and Asia. Our students have excellent access to top academics in specialist fields, including one to one supervision sessions. Within the department we have experts in topics including economic and social history, political history and religious and cultural history, which link to our six dedicated research centres. There are distinct opportunities on this course including, a supervised independent study module to enable you to follow your own interests. Many of the students a master’s degree is an important step on the path to a PhD, however that is far from being the only path. The Heritage Sector is one regular employer of our graduates and placements are sometimes possible with local archives. The skills you will develop through completing a masters at Exeter will qualify you for a wide range of professions. Some of our recent graduates have gone on to work in a variety of roles including Archivist, Marketing Executive and Strategic Analyst. The Exeter Career Zone can help you access activities and advice to give you the best chance in pursuing your chosen career path.