Charlotte,
NC,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in History - Public History in Charlotte United States | University of North Carolina at Charlotte
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
|
Charlotte United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,645
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Public History specialization in UNC Charlotte's graduate history program provides a distinctive blend of coursework and skill-building experiences. Alongside foundational classes in digital history, preservation studies, and museum studies, students can choose complementary electives from disciplines like Public Policy, Architecture, and Public Administration. With its focus on emerging technologies, the program encourages students to explore innovative ways of presenting historical narratives while mastering digital tools for multimedia projects. This approach enables history enthusiasts across diverse specializations to develop public-facing historical initiatives. Graduates with digital expertise in public history gain an edge in the job market, and the fusion of conventional historical education with technical skills opens doors to non-traditional career paths in fields such as web design, communications, and corporate sectors.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
In addition to the general requirements for admission to the Graduate School, the following are ordinarily required for admission to the M.A. in History program.
A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 in History or a related discipline
A personal statement outlining the candidate's background, interest, and goals in History
Three letters of recommendation from former instructors and/or employers
A writing sample of at least 6-8 pages
For non-native English language speakers: official and satisfactory scores on the English language proficiency scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) are required. A minimum score of 83 on the Internet-based TOEFL or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS is required for admissions consideration.
A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 in History or a related discipline
A personal statement outlining the candidate's background, interest, and goals in History
Three letters of recommendation from former instructors and/or employers
A writing sample of at least 6-8 pages
For non-native English language speakers: official and satisfactory scores on the English language proficiency scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) are required. A minimum score of 83 on the Internet-based TOEFL or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS is required for admissions consideration.
Tuition
USD
19,645