Master of Arts in History (Non-Thesis)

Lamar University

The Lamar University Master of Arts in History will deepen your knowledge of history through analyzing scholarship and then writing and defending your own scholarly ideas. You'll study with a unique group of teacher-scholars who'll impart their knowledge of history and current trends in the discipline but will also give you the research, writing and critical-thinking skills to work in a variety of fields where today’s real world meets meaningful interpretations of the past.This program sets you up for a career as an archivist, editor, educator, information manager, journalist, records manager, researcher or historian for corporations and nonprofits. The curriculum for this program advances the applications and relevancy of history while strengthening research and writing skills. Your program will culminate in a thesis and defense or an oral defense of your coursework.

College of Arts and Sciences