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PhD of History
- Worcester, United States
- 5 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A one-year research master's in History completed through an independent supervised thesis.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate concepts and methods in History in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in historical analysis
- Primary sources and interpretation. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Museum Assistant
- Heritage Coordinator
- Research Assistant
Curriculum
- Independent research project in History guided by a supervisor
- Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
- And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Previous degree transcripts
- Resume
- Personal statement and three academic recommendation letters
- No minimum GPA published
- GRE optional for the Fall 2026 cycle.
Accepted academic background
Previous degree transcripts, Resume, Personal statement, 3 academic letters of recommendation, Writing samples for Psychology, Geography, History and Genocide Studies Ph.D.s
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 85
- Duolingo 120
- PTE Academic 61
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae
- Personal Statement
- Recommendation Letters
- English Proficiency Evidence
How to apply
- Review the graduate programme admission criteria and application dates. Complete the online graduate application on the official university website. Upload the required academic qualifications and programme-specific supporting documents. Provide evidence of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Submit the completed application and await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $62,070 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Main campus, Worcester |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Strassler Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies |
| Department | History |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants, Award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Scholarships
Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants, Award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 5 years.
Tuition is $62,070 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The estimated living cost is $17,727 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 85, Duolingo 120, PTE Academic 61.
Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants, Award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation.

