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MA History

York St John University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The MA History program at York St John University offers students the opportunity to explore a wide range of historical topics, from ancient civilizations to modern-day events. Our faculty is composed of experienced historians who are passionate about teaching and research, and they provide students with a supportive and stimulating learning environment. The program is designed to help students develop their critical thinking, research, and writing skills, as well as their knowledge of historical events and processes. With a diverse range of courses and resources available, students can tailor their program to suit their individual interests and career goals.

Additional Information

The MA History program is ideal for students who want to pursue careers in fields such as museums, archives, libraries, and education. It is also a great option for those who want to continue their studies at the doctoral level. Our graduates have gone on to work in a variety of roles, including historical consultant, researcher, teacher, and curator.

Discover the rich history of York at York St John University

York St John University is an ideal place to study History because of its commitment to teaching excellence and its location in the historic city of York. Our faculty has a strong track record of research and publication, and they are dedicated to providing students with the best possible learning experience. Additionally, our small class sizes and personalized attention ensure that students receive the support and guidance they need to succeed.

Why You Should Study This Course

Our History MA will enable you to become independent, confident, and digitally literate learners, thus improving your employability, by engaging in sophisticated analytical skills. You will be joining a program with an established record of high levels of student satisfaction. Throughout the program, you will have the opportunity to emphasize your particular interests in social or political history through your choice of seminar and coursework assignments and through the selection and development of an extended piece of independent research and critical writing on a topic of your choice. The acquisition of a Masters degree in History already demonstrates high levels of specialism, but you will gain this not only through the development of a range of transferable skills but with the inclusion of digital learning it will allow you to apply other key skills (such as creating digital portfolios, web development, and data management). There will also be opportunities for you to contribute your own work to various forums, including our History program seminar series.

General Eligibility

Entry onto this master's degree requires a minimum of a 2:1 undergraduate honors degree in History or another related subject.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Course Modules
  • Historians and the Writing of History

  • Digital Humanities for Historians

  • Bloody, Broken and Brave Communities: Microhistories of Everyday Life in the English Revolution, 1640-1660

  • Britain at War, c.1800-1815

  • Peril and Progress: Security in the Post-1945 World

  • Shatter Zones: Empires and World War One in Europe

  • Exile, Identity, and Religious Experience in Early Modern Europe

  • Mindsets: Historical Perspectives on Mental Healthcare

  • The Setting Sun: British Decolonisation, c.1945-1968

  • History Today

  • Research Dissertation

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
If your first language is not English you must show evidence of English Language competence at IELTS level 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) or equivalent.

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