Masters Degrees in History of Science, United Kingdom

Science influences every conceivable facet of modern life, from what we eat, to how we talk, and when we die. But how did we get here? And what does it all mean for where we go next? This Masters course examines scientific knowledge and its medical and technological applications. Read more

This programme offers breadth across a wide range of historical and philosophical themes. It also encourages intensive investigation and specialisation: a survey of nearly 3,000 years of scientific ideas and communities, and an exploration of the inner workings of science's methods and theories. Read more

This Masters course will enable you to develop an independent academic and curatorial practice at the intersection of art, museum studies, and social studies of science, technology and communication. Read more

The MPhil in History and Philosophy of Science and Medicine is a full-time 9-month course that provides students with the opportunity to carry out focused research under close supervision by senior members of the University. Read more

We are among the top UK institutions for philosophy of science. Our expertise is in a broad range of areas related to the philosophy and history of the specific sciences, including physics, biology, mathematics, logic, medicine and psychology. Read more

Our taught MSc in the History of Science, Technology and Medicine (HSTM) focuses on key topics from the 19th century to the present, and gives students… Read more

History of Medicine MA will introduce you to the advanced study of the history of medicine, engaging with a range of concepts and placing medical theory in a broad social and cultural framework. Read more

Gain an understanding of Greek and Roman culture and society through guided study and independent research Develop advanced research skills and specialist… Read more

The MPhil in Health, Medicine and Society is a full-time 9 month course run jointly by the Departments of History and Philosophy of Science, Sociology and Social Anthropology. Read more

Ask LSE The one-year MA in Modern History, given by the  Department of International History , provides broad coverage of the origins, formation and reinvention of the modern world. Read more

Scientific and technological advances are constantly pushing the bounds of medical possibility. Read more

The MA in Medical History and Humanities is an exciting interdisciplinary course jointly run by the Departments of History and English. It is also open to people with backgrounds in other humanities disciplines, as well as those with social science, science and public health backgrounds with an interest in the medical humanities. Read more

The MSc in Health History explores the last two-and-a-half centuries to seek the origins and impacts of our modern health experiences and expectations, together with the reasons they've changed so rapidly. Read more

The MA in Medical History and Humanities is an exciting interdisciplinary course jointly run by the Departments of History and English. It is also… Read more

Our History Masters degree allows you to explore a range of new themes that build on your existing historical knowledge, such as scientific change… Read more