Study MA History at Northumbria University, Newcastle in the UK, Humanities
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What will I learn?

The MA History course will introduce you to rich historical subjects, as well as how to complete historical research in the digital age. All modules will be taught by staff who are experts in their field and draw upon their expertise to enhance your learning experience. Offering a flexible approach to study, this course incorporates five core modules, which mix conventional historical study with training in research methods. We include close consideration of the big interpretative questions, animating the study of history today. A particular strength of the course is how it familiarises students with digital history projects and contemporary debates. These taught modules provide you with the skills needed to write your dissertation on a subject of your choice. Working with a specialist supervisor, your dissertation topic will reflect your interests and showcase your knowledge throughout your degree. You will be supported throughout your degree by your specialist supervisor as well as the staff working in the Department of History at Northumbria University. The department is made up of around 30 historians, all of which are active in publishing journal articles and books when not teaching.

Which department am I in?

Humanities

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
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Start date

September 2026

Venue

Newcastle City Campus

Sutherland Building, Northumberland Road,

Northumberland Road,

Newcastle-upon-Tyne,

Tyne and Wear,

NE1 8ST, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
Information not available

Please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Newcastle City Campus

Sutherland Building, Northumberland Road,

Northumberland Road,

Newcastle-upon-Tyne,

Tyne and Wear,

NE1 8ST, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants should normally have: A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent, in a related discipline.

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

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