MA History in Egham United Kingdom | Royal Holloway, University of London

Royal Holloway, University of London | Egham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 21,700
(c. USD29,060.86)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Pursuing an MA in History at Royal Holloway provides exceptional flexibility to customize your degree according to your specific interests. Our world-class faculty, who lead cutting-edge research and methodological advancements, will both motivate and push you intellectually. Upon completing the program, you'll possess a well-rounded combination of theoretical knowledge, conceptual understanding, practical abilities, and digital competencies - ideal for those aiming to build careers in knowledge creation, analysis, and sharing, or planning to pursue doctoral studies in History. This program equally suits individuals returning to academic history after a hiatus, whether to explore historical passions, enhance critical thinking and communication abilities, or embark on a fresh career path.

You can shape your specialized module to have either a broad interdisciplinary scope or a tightly focused concentration. Available modules span Gender and Cultural history, British, European and Global history, plus Hellenic studies. Within this adaptable MA History framework, you may select a dedicated Pathway in Gender History, Hellenic Studies, or Histories of Conflict and Violence through tailored optional modules. The curriculum also includes comprehensive methodology and research training, equipping you with essential historical research techniques while developing practical and communication skills highly valued in today's job market.

Program Length: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

2:2
UK Lower Class Honours degree (2:2) or equivalent in History or a related subject in the Humanities or Social Sciences.
Applicants come from a diverse range of backgrounds and we accept a broad range of qualifications (including first degrees in subjects other than History).
An interview and sample essay may be required if we would like more information upon which to base a decision. Applicants unable to attend an interview, such as overseas students, will be interviewed by telephone.

IELTS: 6.5 overall. Writing 7.0. No other subscore lower than 5.5.
Pearson Test of English: 61 overall. Writing 69. No other subscore lower than 51.
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE): ISE III.
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) grade C
TOEFL iBT: 88 overall, with Reading 18 Listening 17 Speaking 20 Writing 26.
Duolingo: 120 overall, 135 in Literacy, 135 in Production and no sub-score below 100

Tuition GBP 21,700

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