30 Short courses in History in England, United Kingdom

Exploring Stone Age Archaeology -The Mysteries of Star Carr
The Exploring Stone Age Archaeology -The Mysteries of Star Carr course from University of York is for anyone with an interest in the past and archaeology, and particularly for those with no previous archaeological background who may be considering higher education.

Discover the Hidden History of York
This Discover the Hidden History of York course from University of York will explore a diverse selection of engaging and unusual episodes from York’s history.
Critical and Postcolonial Approaches to World Politics
The Critical and Postcolonial Approaches to World Politics course from UCL Summer School introduces the discipline of international relations, outlining some of the central questions that scholars and policymakers have explored, and how the field has evolved as the world has changed.
The History of the Book in the Early Modern Period - 1450 to 1800
Explore the history of the book during the early modern period and learn how the invention of printing revolutionized our world with The History of the Book in the Early Modern Period - 1450 to 1800 at Trinity College Dublin delivered through FutureLearn.
ESOL Skills for Life
ESOL Skills for Life from Central College Nottingham is perfect if you are aged 16-18 years old, English is not your first language.
Gloriana - the life and times of Elizabeth I
This Gloriana - the life and times of Elizabeth I course offered by University of Cambridge will seek to explore the life and times of this extraordinary woman and, in the process, uncover something of the truth behind the mask.
Fossils and the history of life
This Fossils and the history of life course offered by University of Cambridge covers four billion years of organisms on Earth; from microbes, through extinct groups such as trilobites, dinosaurs, and mammoths to the present biosphere.
The Early Tudors, 1485-1558
The Early Tudors, 1485-1558 course offered by University of Cambridge should appeal to a wide group of people, including those who wish to be introduced to the early Tudors for the first time, or those who wish to deepen their knowledge of this fascinating and important period in English history.
Financial Markets and the Global Economy - The History of Bubbles, Crashes and Inflations
Have financial crises become more frequent and more severe over time? What can early bubbles tell us about the state of different stock markets? London School of Economics and Political Science offers the Financial Markets and the Global Economy - The History of Bubbles, Crashes and Inflations programme.
Lesser-known stories of the Special Operations Executive
This Lesser-known stories of the Special Operations Executive course offered by University of Cambridge will examine SOE’s military, political and ethical challenges, primarily through the stories of some of its lesser-known undercover agents.
Public History - Film, Video Games and Heritage
Through the Public History - Film, Video Games and Heritage course from SUniversity of Southampton you'll explore and engage with the wide variety of ways in which public history is presented, from museums and heritage sites to films, fictional novels, and video games.
Century City - London's Social, Cultural and Public History, 1900 - 2000
The Century City - London's Social, Cultural and Public History, 1900 - 2000 course from UCL Summer School explores the making of a modern metropolis: London in the 20th century.
From World War to White Heat - the RAF in the Cold War
Explore the role that the Royal Air Force played in the Cold War through the collections of the RAF Museums at Hendon and Cosford with From World War to White Heat - the RAF in the Cold War at Royal Holloway, University of London by FutureLearn.
Learning from the Past - A Guide for the Curious Researcher
Learn how to understand the past to explain the present, and get to know the amazing sources and resources of the British Library with Learning from the Past - A Guide for the Curious Researcher at The University of Nottingham delivered through FutureLearn.
Garden History
Garden History at Warnborough College is a course for not only students of garden design, but also professional designers, and horticulturists who wish to widen their understanding and knowledge of gardens across many countries and over the centuries.
Revolutions
What makes a revolution? Why does the world suddenly change, and what are the consequences? In this module in Revolutions at The Open University you'll examine four periods of swift and radical change: the Reformation, the French Revolution, the aftermath of World War I, and the 1960s.
Medieval Studies
This summer school is for students who want a foundation in the methodologies needed to examine primary medieval sources and to explore a region of crucial importance in shaping the medieval history of Western Europe.We welcome applications from international students, both undergraduates of any major as well as recent graduates and postgraduates.
A History of Royal Fashion
Explore how British royalty have influenced fashion over the last 500 years, from the Tudors to the Windsors A History of Royal Fashion at The University of Glasgow delivered through FutureLearn.
History of Slavery in the British Caribbean
Explore the history and legacy of British colonial slavery and oppression in the Caribbean through historical slave accounts History of Slavery in the British Caribbean delivered through FutureLearn.
Anarchy in the UK - A History of Punk from 1976-78
Explore the history of punk and the role played by youth subcultures in contemporary history, while making your own punk fanzine with Anarchy in the UK - A History of Punk from 1976-78 at University of Reading by FutureLearn.