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MA History

Northumbria University Newcastle, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The MA History course consists of broad, thematic taught modules which cover an expansive chronology. Our staff is all individual experts in their chosen field, and their variety of specialisms mean that we are able to offer modules covering from the Middle Ages all of the ways through to contemporary history. Offering a flexible approach to study, this course incorporates five core modules, which mix conventional historical study with training in research methods. We include close consideration of the big interpretative questions, animating the study of history today. A particular strength of the course is the way in which it familiarises students with digital history projects and contemporary debates. In addition to the taught modules, you will also complete a dissertation under the supervision of one of our specialist historians. Throughout your studies, you will have access to our leading learning facilities and you will be welcome at academic events and seminars hosted by the new Institute of the Humanities. This includes the fortnightly History Research Seminar, where we welcome historians from throughout the world to show us their latest research.

General Eligibility

A minimum of a 2:2 honors degree, or equivalent, in a related discipline.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Historical Contexts (Core)

  • War and Peace in Historical Perspective (Core)

  • History in the Digital Age: Institutions, Issues and Ideas (Core)

  • History Dissertation (Core)

  • Britain's Empires: Imperialism and Resistance in the Modern World (Core)

  • Academic Language Skills for Social Sciences & Humanities (Core – for International and EU students only)

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89
International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*).

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