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Master of Arts in History at University of Fort Hare

University of Fort Hare, South Africa

Programme overview

A Master of Arts in History offers a deep intellectual engagement with the past, providing students with the tools to critically analyze historical events, movements, and figures across diverse cultures and time periods. This degree encourages an exploration of historical narratives, methodologies, and historiographical debates, allowing students to develop a nuanced understanding of how historical contexts shape contemporary societies. Through advanced study, students refine their analytical skills, learning to interpret primary sources, evaluate historical evidence, and construct well-supported arguments.

Faculty: Social Sciences and Humanities  |  Duration: 1 year part-time  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Location: Alice, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Career pathways

Career opportunities listed on the page include Historian, Archivist, Museum Curator, History Educator, Researcher, Archivist, Historical Consultant, Heritage Manager.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Main intake: first semester starts 2 February 2026; second semester starts 13 July 2026.

Applications for Masters and Honours open 1 May 2026 and close 31 October 2026; the application fee is R120.

The application fee of R120 is non-refundable and payable on or before 30 September; late applications for undersubscribed qualifications carry a fee of R300.

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