Why Newcastle?

Our Heritage, History and Culture postgraduate programmes at Newcastle University cross both the School of History, Classics and Archaeology and the School of Arts and Cultures.

On our courses, you will learn from world-leading experts in a contemporary environment with a distinguished international reputation. Our region is steeped in history and provides the perfect backdrop for postgraduate study in this discipline.

 

What we offer

Focus on the future: We encourage students to be entrepreneurial and go beyond their studies. Our programmes have modules that hone professional skills. We also have strong links with industry to further enhance your employability throughout your studies. 

Your own community: Feel part of something, with your own department, dedicated study spaces and a personal tutor and peer mentor to guide you through your studies 

On-campus facilities: We have expansive research and teaching collections at the on-campus Great North Museum: Hancock and within the School itself, giving you a level of familiarity with artefacts which most university students could only dream of. There are also lots of dedicated study areas and computer clusters on campus solely for postgraduate students. 

Field trips: Many of these postgraduate programmes include modules with field trips both in the UK and abroad. Visit the individual course page and look at the module list to see what’s available for your degree. 

Modules from other disciplines: On several of these degrees, you can also take optional modules from other disciplines, schools and faculties within the University.

 

Our courses

Learn more about our postgraduate courses in Heritage, History and Culture.

Click on the course page links below to discover what you'll learn and who to contact if you have any course-related queries. 

Student life

Find out more about life as a postgraduate student at Newcastle University. Discover how the city itself, local community and extra-curricular opportunities available will make your time at Newcastle unforgettable.