History of Family (Online) - MA
Key information
Explore the stories behind families and communities with a master’s degree that combines genealogy and academic history. Delivered fully online for maximum flexibility. The MA in History of Family equips you with the tools to investigate how families lived, worked, and evolved over time, both locally and globally.
You will learn how to uncover and interpret historical records, analyse social and cultural contexts, and produce research that connects personal histories to wider historical narratives.
Whether you’re a recent graduate or a lifelong learner passionate about family history, this programme offers a supportive and flexible learning environment tailored to your interests.
Ideal for anyone looking to deepen research skills, pursue a career in heritage or education, or simply explore the past through the lens of family life.
During this programme, you will
- Build advanced research and writing skills in the history of the family.
- Learn how to analyse historical sources and uncover the stories of families across time and place.
- Explore key themes such as migration, community, cultural identity, and social change.
- Gain experience in communicating your findings through essays, podcasts, blogs, and presentations.
- Design and complete an original research project on a topic that matters to you.
- Engage with a diverse learning community through a flexible, blended teaching model.
