MA by Research History at Swansea University

Programme overview

Research master's in history in the School of Culture and Communication, in which students undertake a substantial project led by their own historical interests. It suits those seeking a first research degree as a culmination of taught studies or preparing for further research in the form of a PhD.

Department: School of Culture and Communication (History) | Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time | Intake: October, January, April or July (1 October, 1 January, 1 April, 1 July) | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

A supervised research project leading to a thesis of up to 40,000 words and an oral examination (viva). Each student has at least two supervisors from the department, usually meets them monthly, and may apply to upgrade to a PhD within the first year if they show doctoral-level ability.

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Application information

Entry requirements

MA by Research: a minimum of an upper second-class honours degree (2:1), or equivalent, in a related subject, or relevant work experience. English language for international applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.5 in each component, or another approved test. The School may ask for higher grades; decisions also consider the research proposal, interview performance (if required), competition for places and relevant professional experience. One academic reference is required before the application is progressed to the academic Admissions Tutor.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,006 a year (2025/26). UK student full-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point); part-time is half. Charged over the minimum candidature period. Bench fees may apply. Source

International applicants: GBP 19,950 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time, one-year programme tuition fee. Source

Intake: October, January, April or July (1 October, 1 January, 1 April, 1 July)

Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

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