the university of sheffield have a long and distinguished tradition of innovative teaching and research in the history of the ancient and medieval world. students will work with the university's internationally-renowned academic staff to develop their understanding of history from the ancient near east to renaissance britain and the use of sources ranging from written manuscripts to visual evidence. they will be introduced to fresh perspectives, methods and approaches to the key debates in the field.

the master of arts courses are designed to help graduates carry out specialist research under expert supervision in a friendly and supportive environment. the core module develops their understanding of key historiographical and methodological approaches and their skills in using relevant sources, while the dissertation provides them the opportunity to further develop their skills and apply knowledge in an independent research project.