Part-time Master's Degrees

A part-time Master’s degree allows you to gain advanced knowledge in a field, conduct research and open up professional opportunities or networks. They allow you to explore your identity as a professional, a learner and a person. A University of Cambridge part-time Master of Studies course typically takes place over two academic years and is flexible enough to fit around your job and other commitments. 

Learn more about part-time University of Cambridge Master’s degrees below, or contact us about your ambitions. 

"Having spent my ‘university years’ building up professional experience, I’m late to higher education. I’m so glad programmes like this exist, allowing for growth and exploration no matter where you are in life" Jill, MSt in Creative Writing student.

Earn a Master's degree from the University of Cambridge while working full-time

A part-time Master’s from the University of Cambridge Institute of Continuing Education (ICE) is an excellent option for people wishing to study while also working full-time. Choosing a Master’s from the University of Cambridge means you:

●    Gain a Cambridge Master's degree part-time over two years
●    Combine study with other commitments
●    Learn from leading Cambridge lecturers and researchers
●    Access state of the art facilities libraries and other resources
●    Receive a degree from a globally recognised institution
●    Develop a strong network with your peers, professionally and socially

Our part-time courses typically run over a two-year period. Each course is different, but you will usually receive instruction in a number of one or two-week blocks over the course of the year, generally outside of the University full term. It is expected that you take up residence for these teaching blocks. During the Master’s degree there will be assignments and virtual learning to complete in your own time. Support is available within ICE and the University for students who are transitioning to Master’s level study.   

Choose the best part-time Master's course for you

Our part-time Master’s degrees at the University of Cambridge are taught by leading practitioners, academics and researchers in the field. You’ll learn about the latest research in your area of interest and produce a dissertation following independent study and research supported by academics.

Professional Studies

Our part-time professional Master’s courses are tailored to people with relevant work experience  who are looking to advance their careers. 

Arts and Sciences

Part-time Arts and Sciences Master’s courses at the University of Cambridge are taught by leading academics in the field. 

Creative Writing

Our creative writing courses allow you to complete a Master’s while working full-time. Taught by academics and professional writers who’ve worked in the industry, you’ll be learning from the best. 

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeship Master’s programmes are a new kind of degree that let you complete a Master’s while working for your employer. To undertake an apprenticeship, you can apply for funding using the employer’s apprenticeship levy.

Other University of Cambridge part-time Master’s programmes

Part-time Master’s of Studies courses are also delivered by a number of Schools within the University of Cambridge. You can find information on those courses below:

School of Arts and Humanities 

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

School of Technology