Transnational History (TNH)

Discover how history shapes our interconnected world. This Master’s program explores the forces that have linked and transformed societies from the 19th century to today. In an international environment, you’ll examine global issues such as globalization, migration, war, or cultural exchange – learning to interpret the past to better understand the present. This is history without borders, revealing the connections that define our shared world. You will be equipped for careers in diplomacy, public administration, culture, media, NGOs, and multinational companies, or for further study in doctoral programs.

early-bird: 28 February 2026

regular: 30 April 2026

Admissions for this new program will open on 11 November 2025.

Important note for visa-seeking students: Please read about the visa process before applying. You are responsible for organizing your legal stay in Czechia and the visa process can be quite lengthy. We therefore strongly recommend the early-bird deadline.

The Master’s program in Transnational History provides an opportunity to study transnational processes and phenomena from the 19th century to the present in an international environment consisting of students and teachers from different countries. It brings these processes and phenomena that transcend national, state and cultural boundaries to life through specific cases, but its aim is not the history of a particular macro-region or state. In doing so, it allows you to develop the ability to analyse the historical roots of contemporary global issues and to better navigate today’s interconnected world.

Transnational History combines the acquisition of subject knowledge with advanced historical research methods. It emphasises the development of critical thinking, work with texts and sources, intercultural communication, and analytical skills. The program is unique in linking historical research with contemporary challenges such as economic globalization, migration, war and its effects, or social and political transformations – issues that transcend the nation-state. You will have considerable freedom to pursue topics that match your interests, with opportunities to focus on areas such as Social and Economic ChangeMigration and Minorities, or Conflict and Violence, as well as on the ways the past is used and interpreted in the present – combining academic insight with practical application. 

Tuition fees: 7 000 EUR per year

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Degree: Master

Form: single degree

Duration: 2 years

Language: English

Teaching: on campus

As a graduate, you can find employment in diplomacy, public administration, cultural institutions, the media, NGOs or multinational companies, where your knowledge of historical contexts and global connections is a significant added value. The program also prepares you for further study in doctoral programs in history and related fields – in particular the English-taught Modern History program offered at our faculty.

Admissions Team

Marcela Vrbatová

admissions@fsv.cuni.cz

Program Coordinator

Petra Baštová

study.ims@fsv.cuni.cz

Program Director

Ota Konrád

ota.konrad@fsv.cuni.cz