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MA - Master of Arts
Newcastle University
Full Time
SEP-25
12 months
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MA - Master of Arts
Newcastle University
Full Time
SEP-25
12 months
MA - Master of Arts
Newcastle University
Part Time
SEP-25
24 months
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Our History master's teaches the methods and concepts used by historians. Study the periods and subjects in history that most interest you.
Overview
This MA History is very flexible. You can study the periods and subjects in history that most interest you.
You can study political, social, economic and cultural history and the history of medicine, from 500 AD to the present. Study topics cover more than one geographical area:
You can also combine this with other subjects from the School of History, Classics and Archaeology eg ancient history or archaeology. You also have the opportunity to combine related topics such as politics, English or a foreign language.
Delivery and teaching methods
Your teaching will be based at our Newcastle campus. However, due to COVID-19 restrictions, some teaching may be carried out online.
The course is typically delivered through a combination of:
Module teaching runs Monday to Friday, during the day and term time only. Your tutors and other academic staff are normally available for consultation, and for dissertation supervision, during vacations.
If you plan to take this course part time, you will agree your module selection with the Degree Programme Director.
A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in history or a related subject. Applicants with non-standard qualifications and/or an appropriate level of experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,800 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)
£23,500 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£23,500 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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