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34 Online Short courses in History
Post-Soviet Russian Society
The Post-Soviet Russian Society course offered by Dalarna University aims to provide you with an education that will pave your way to a successful career, while broadening your horizons in terms of personal development, global perspectives and specialised expertise.
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.
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.
Revolutionary Latin America, 1789-1825
University of Strathclyde offers the Revolutionary Latin America, 1789-1825 programme.
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.
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.
The Civil War and Reconstruction
EdX is an online learning platform trusted by over 12 million users offering the The Civil War and Reconstruction Program in collaboration with Columbia University - ColumbiaX. Explore the Civil War’s long-term impact.
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.
Aboriginal Students and the Post-Secondary Journey
This Aboriginal Students and the Post-Secondary Journey course at the University of Manitoba will review post-secondary Aboriginal strategies; examine successes; and lingering challenges and the possible next steps to increase student retention.
History of China - The Modern Era
EdX is an online learning platform trusted by over 12 million users offering the History of China - The Modern Era program in collaboration with Harvard University - HarvardX.
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.
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.
A History of Mathematics for Teachers
A History of Mathematics for Teachers is a course offered by Dalarna University that aims to provide you with an education that will pave your way to a successful career, while broadening your horizons in terms of personal development, global perspectives and specialised expertise.
Heritage Studies - the politics of the past
Throughout the Heritage Studies - the politics of the past course offered by University of Cambridge will explore some of the most charged debates in heritage studies today through a mix of illustrated lectures, live discussions, videos, and readings.
Ritual and daily life in the prehistoric Eastern Mediterranean
This online course in Ritual and daily life in the prehistoric Eastern Mediterranean at National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) explores the archaeological evidence from the Aegean area, Cyprus and other regions of eastern Mediterranean during prehistoric/protohistoric times, focusing on specific subjects.
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.
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.
The Tudors
Go back in time to learn about the dramatic rule of the Tudor monarchs and religious change of the sixteenth century reformation with this The Tudors course from University of Roehampton by FutureLearn.