History Courses and Certifications

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.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to American History: From Reconstruction to World War, 1865-1919

3 ratings at FutureLearn

Explore American history since 1865. Learn about the Civil War, Reconstruction, segregation and US foreign policy.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Country Houses and the British Empire: How Imperialism Transformed Britain’s Colonial Countryside

Explore the fascinating histories of Britain’s colonial houses and their links to the British Empire.

• FutureLearn
• 6 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Lancaster Castle and Northern English History: The View from the Stronghold

We will use the iconic building of Lancaster Castle to investigate how 2000 years of history has shaped the north-west of England.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Travelling Books: History in Europe and Japan

Discover how travelling books sparked cultural exchanges between Europe and Japan, and how they live on in the digital era.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Peterloo to the Pankhursts: Radicalism and Reform in the 19th Century

Discover the history of protest, parliament and citizens’ rights.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

From Waterloo to the Rhine: The British Army 1815-1945

Examine one of the UK’s most storied institutions, and how 130 years of social, cultural and military change have shaped it.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Philippine History

Explore the rich tapestry of Philippine history from pre-colonial times to the present, examining cultural evolution, political institutions, and international relations.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 3rd Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

Railway History: The Rise of the Railway Station

Gain a unique insight into British history as you explore the heritage and uses of railway stations from the 19th century to now.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Black Death: The World's Most Devastating Plague

394 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Taught by a celebrated medievalist, go on an unforgettable excursion into the time period of the plague, its full human repercussions, and its transformative effects on European civilization.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Celtic World

373 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Travel through time from 500 B.C. to today and rediscover the Celts with a Harvard-educated professor.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Big History: The Big Bang, Life on Earth, and the Rise of Humanity

255 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Explore the history of everything, from the Big Bang to modern humanity, in this comprehensive journey through time, space, and evolution.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 1 day 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

University of Stirling

Heart of Scotland: History & Heritage of Stirling at 900 Years

Explore Stirling, the "Gateway to the Highlands," and discover 900 years of history in the city of Scottish kings and queens.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The History of Spain: Land on a Crossroad

197 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Join a seasoned expert on Spain and witness the dazzling history of the Spanish culture and its unique role in the West.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Maya to Aztec: Ancient Mesoamerica Revealed

176 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Uncover the fascinating rise and fall of the Maya and Aztec civilizations in this comprehensive course taught by the Director of the Maya Exploration Center.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 1 day 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available