MA (by Dissertation) History
University of Essex
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We offer supervision for our MAD in History in a range of topics from the period c.1500 to the present day, with particular focus on themes linked to our three research clusters and our Centre for Public History. .Our research clusters cover several themes: race, gender and identity political cultures, class and citizenship and war, conflict and memory. We have particular expertise in the following geographical areas: Britain (including local and regional history), Europe, the United States, ...Read more

We offer supervision for our MAD in History in a range of topics from the period c.1500 to the present day, with particular focus on themes linked to our three research clusters and our Centre for Public History. .Our research clusters cover several themes: race, gender and identity political cultures, class and citizenship and war, conflict and memory. We have particular expertise in the following geographical areas: Britain (including local and regional history), Europe, the United States, Latin America, Russia, Southern Africa and East Asia. We take pride in providing excellent research training and careful supervision in a friendly atmosphere, with good staff-student relationships. We have excellent links with the research community, both in the UK and worldwide and many of our graduates have gone on to teach in higher education institutions. Others have gone on to have careers in other types of education, as well as in archives, museums and heritage organisations, marketing, communications and public relations, and the Civil Service, among many other areas. This course is available on a full-time basis which takes one year to complete. You can also complete this course over two years on a part-time basis. We also offer an MPhil and a PhD.

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Matthew
25 Oct 25

Best aspects would be the bar and the inclusivity of the events available, both at the SU bar and the Top Bar. I think the academics allow you to become a free thinker, and there..Read more

SR
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01 Mar 25

I love - the classes - the lectures - the spaces for studying - the 24/7 library I dislike - the outdated or unused spaces - the lack of healthy food options on campus..Read more

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Entry requirements

You will need a high 2:1 degree, or equivalent, in history or a related subject. A well-developed research proposal is also essential.

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£5,006 per year

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£20,625 per year

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£20,625 per year

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Matthew
25 Oct 25
History - BA (Hons)
Best aspects would be the bar and the inclusivity of the events available, both at the SU bar and the Top Bar. I think the academics allow you to become a free thinker, and there...
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SR
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01 Mar 25
History and Heritage - BA (Hons)
I love - the classes - the lectures - the spaces for studying - the 24/7 library I dislike - the outdated or unused spaces - the lack of healthy food options on campus...
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University of Essex
Wivenhoe Park Colchester Essex CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hythe   0.6 miles away

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