MA History at University of Hull

Programme overview

The MA History is taught in the School of Arts and Humanities, with most modules using a block system that lets students choose how to combine topics. Students complete a 15,000-word dissertation and can draw on Hull History Centre and the Maritime Historical Studies Centre.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Social Sciences and Education | Department: School of Arts and Humanities | Duration: 1 year full-time (45 weeks across three 15-week trimesters); 2 years part-time (September 2027 start) | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Hull, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Thinking Historically, Practising History, Power, Authority and Freedom in History, Memory, Public History and Heritage, and a Dissertation (History).

Career pathways

Graduates often continue to doctoral research or enter commercial research, teaching, management, law, the Civil Service, and heritage work in museums, galleries and archives.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 2:2 in any relevant subject area. Applicants should hold a 2.2 Honours degree in history or a related discipline (or international equivalent). English language (international applicants): Requires academic IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill.

International applicants: GBP 18,800 a year (2027/28). Full-time, 1 year; September start. Page label: £18,800 (2027) (PGT > International > FASSE) Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://evision.hull.ac.uk/pg-pre-pick.html?course=PMHISTX

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