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MA History (Geschichte) at Universität Hamburg

Universität Hamburg, Germany

Programme overview

Consecutive, research-oriented master's in history with in-depth knowledge across epochs, regions and subdisciplines (ancient, medieval, modern; German, European and global history).

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester and Summer semester  |  Location: Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

What you will study

A subject-specific area (105 credits) and a free elective area (15 credits); main modules I and II in semesters 1 and 2 from two different specialisations.

Career pathways

Varied fields besides an academic career.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is restricted. General requirements for master's programmes are proof of a first degree and language proficiency; programme-specific criteria are set out in the programme's application information (PDF). Application period: 01.05. to 15.06. und 01.12. to 15.01..

Intake: Winter semester and Summer semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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