MA History

Our History master's teaches the methods and concepts used by historians. Study the periods and subjects in history that most interest you. This MA History is very flexible. You can study the periods and subjects in history that most interest you. You can study political, social, economic and cultural history and the history of medicine, from 500 AD to the present. Study topics cover more than one geographical area: the Americas, Europe, Eurasia and British Isles. You can also combine this with other subjects from the School of History, Classics and Archaeology eg ancient history or archaeology. You also have the opportunity to combine related topics such as politics, English or a foreign language.

Careers
Our course helps develop a wide range of transferrable skills including research, analysis, critical thinking, and teamwork, all of which will equip you to work in a variety of careers and industries.
History MA graduates often enter the following sectors: Education, Civil service, Journalism, Archives, museums, and heritage

A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in history or a related subject. Applicants with non-standard qualifications and/or an appropriate level of experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis.
IELTS - 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.5 in writing, and 5.5 in all other sub-skills)
TOEFL IBT or TOEFL IBT Special Home Edition - 90 overall (with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking, and 22 in writing)