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What will I learn?

Develop your passion and enhance your understanding of the past with a master’s in History at the University of Southampton. You'll learn of the great variety of history, develop explanations of the patterns that shaped the world, and examine wider perspectives across the past.

This flexible MA programme will engage you with leading researchers in a variety fields, from the Ancient world to the 'war on terror'. You can choose to study history from across the world, including Britain, continental Europe, North America, Africa and Asia.

We'll assess your knowledge through: essays, seminar critique, book review and dissertation.

Which department am I in?

History

Study options

Full Time (1 year)

Tuition fees
£25,400.00 (US$ 32,924) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Avenue Campus

Avenue Campus,

Highfield,

Southampton,

SO17 1BF, England

Entry requirements

For international students

You’ll need a 2:1 degree in history or a related subject. English language: Band C, IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of Southampton

Ranked in the global top 100 and UK top 15, the University of Southampton is a leading institution with an excellent reputation.

  • Global Top 100 university
  • Large and diverse international student population
  • Multiple award-winning careers service
  • Global No.1 business incubator (UBI Global)

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