History, MA
Swansea University
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The MA in History allows you to traverse fascinatingly different periods of history, from the middle ages onwards. You can study British, European, American or Asian History, supported by the diverse expertise of historians working at Swansea University. Additional modules cover the history of art and culture, empire, gender, politics, religion, sexuality and science. You will benefit from a high concentration of historians at Swansea, as well as the wider presence of the Universitys Research ...Read more

The MA in History allows you to traverse fascinatingly different periods of history, from the middle ages onwards. You can study British, European, American or Asian History, supported by the diverse expertise of historians working at Swansea University. Additional modules cover the history of art and culture, empire, gender, politics, religion, sexuality and science. You will benefit from a high concentration of historians at Swansea, as well as the wider presence of the University's Research Centres, the Callaghan Centre for the Study of Conflict, Power and Empires, and the Richard Burton Centre.

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Source: Complete University Guide 2026
40th
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Peter
03 Jan 24

Some of the buildings on singleton campus look in need of some renovation as they are looking a bit rundown Staff are very approachable and supportive and the library staff are..Read more

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Ffion
11 Dec 23

I really like the location and the student run experiences and societies. I also like the options of modules available, however some of the buildings could do with updating and..Read more

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Entry requirements

The typical entry requirement is 2.1 degree in History or a relevant discipline, or equivalent.

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£19,300 per year

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£9,100 per year

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Peter
03 Jan 24
History - BA (Hons)
Some of the buildings on singleton campus look in need of some renovation as they are looking a bit rundown Staff are very approachable and supportive and the library staff are...
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Ffion
11 Dec 23
History - BA (Hons)
I really like the location and the student run experiences and societies. I also like the options of modules available, however some of the buildings could do with updating and...
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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

Located on the stunning Swansea Bay coastline, this Welsh university provides easy access to the city centre, as well as to the beaches...

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Swansea University
Singleton Park Swansea SA2 8PP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Swansea  1.2 miles away

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