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Master of History
- Colchester, United Kingdom
- 1, 2, 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A one-year research master's in History completed through an independent supervised thesis.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): 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
- UK entry: 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels. IB: 30 points in the IB Diploma or 120 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of 2 Higher Level subjects
- We accept A-levels
- AAQs
- BTECs
- Access to HE Diploma
- T-levels and most other qualifications that hold UCAS tariff points.
- International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school leaving qualifications (A-levels, IB or recognised international equivalent) as for the bachelor's degrees.
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
- Personal Statement.
How to apply
- Check the course page
- Entry requirements and UCAS code. Apply through UCAS (Essex institution code E70) or
- If not applying via UCAS
- Directly online. Pay the UCAS fee if applying through UCAS. Provide qualifications
- Personal statement
- Reference and English evidence (GCSE English C/4 or equivalent if you need a Student visa). Attend an audition or interview if the course page requires one. After an offer
- Pay a tuition fee deposit or show recognised sponsor funding to receive your CAS (deposit is not needed for UCAS applicants). Apply for a Student visa with the CAS and proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £25,075, £21,675, £22,575 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £33,402 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Colchester Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Department | School of Philosophical, Historical, and Interdisciplinary Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 180,480 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
October 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Scholarships
Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.
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The program takes 1, 2, 4 years.
Tuition is £25,075, £21,675, £22,575 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £33,402 GBP. The estimated living cost is £12,768 GBP.
Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.