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MA - Master of Arts
University of Warwick
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MA - Master of Arts
University of Warwick
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MA - Master of Arts
University of Warwick
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
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Course Overview
This innovative MA course is one of the first in the UK to focus specifically on global history offering you the chance to investigate one of the most dynamic areas of current historical enquiry and debate. Most modules are taught by a team of experts ensuring that you are exposed to as many different viewpoints and approaches as possible.
In the first term you will study 2 core modules. ‘Theory Skills and Methods’ provides a foundation in historical methods and theoretical frameworks used to study society and culture from the early modern period to the contemporary world. ‘Themes in global history’ examines this emerging field the methods it adopts the subject areas it addresses and the criticisms it has attracted. Throughout you are encouraged to explore how the global can be investigated in relation to the regional and the local as part of wider debates on historical methods and interpretation. This provides a route into studying major regions of the globe including Latin America India and China.
In the second term you will select two optional modules in which you can explore themes and approaches to the historical study of religious cultures; gender and sexuality; science and technology; empire; consumption and the medical humanities.
The final key element is the dissertation - here you have a large amount of freedom to develop a project of your own choice with help and guidance from your supervisor who will meet with you throughout the third term. Throughout the year you’ll be able to take advantage of the Department’s six research centres especially the Global History and Culture Centre and participate in the lively schedule of academic research seminars lectures and conferences.
The programme will appeal equally to those wishing to undertake further postgraduate study and those pursuing a career outside of the University equipping you with research writing and critical thinking skills vital in a range of professions.
Careers
History Master’s graduates have pursued careers in the civil service NGOs education law and in a range of research roles across the private sector.
Our department has a dedicated professionally qualified Senior Careers Consultant offering impartial advice and guidance together with workshops and events throughout the year. Previous examples of workshops and events include:
Minimum requirements 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a related subject
Students living in
Domestic
£11,060 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£26,105 per year
Students from EU
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£26,105 per year
Students from International
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