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MSc - Master of Science
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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This comprehensive programme allows you to take full advantage of the breadth of our research expertise. On this programme we will help you to: develop a specialised knowledge and understanding of history and its central issues examine historical sources evaluate existing research work towards a specialised research project of your own. Taught by one of the largest groups of historians in any British university, you will encounter a stimulating environment in which to further your interest in practically any era of history and many regions of the world. By joining this programme you’ll also take part in a rich programme of events featuring our renowned academic staff and distinguished visitors from all over the world.
A UK 2:1 honours degree, a minimum US 3.25 GPA or international equivalent, in History or another humanities or social science subject with a significant historical component.
We will also consider an honours degree in another subject if you have relevant experience, or professional or other qualifications.
Students living in
Domestic
£13,000 per year
Students from Domestic
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£13,000 per year
Students from England
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£13,000 per year
Students from Wales
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£13,000 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£30,500 per year
Students from EU
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£30,500 per year
Students from International
Standard single room - 9950 per year
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