Postgraduate Eighteenth Century Studies

Let's explore the past together

Since its foundation, the Centre for Eighteenth Century Studies has come to be recognised as a leading centre in the English-speaking world for interdisciplinary research in the eighteenth century.

Our highly successful MA in Eighteenth Century Studies offers a wide choice of taught and practical modules. Our staff welcome proposals from students interested in pursuing a research degree.

Our taught Masters courses

Eighteenth Century Studies (MA)

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Our research degrees

We also offer the following research degrees:

MA by Research
MPhil
PhD

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Why study Eighteenth Century Studies at York

Follow your interests

Study a wide range of course content options with global reach across different fields of study.

Rich local resources

Study in a beautiful historic city, and use the York Minster Library, King's Manor and the Borthwick Institute.

Interdisciplinary hub

You'll be part of a lively research community at the Humanities Research Centre.

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From its outstanding reputation in my subject area and strength in interdisciplinary research to the opportunity to be part of a friendly and exciting research community, York ticked all the boxes.

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