Master of Arts - History

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for postgraduate programs usually need a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. The entry requirement may specify a minimum score of 60% or higher in the previous academic degree.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or 7.0, with no band below 6.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 90 with no individual section below 21.
• PTE: Overall score of 58, with a minimum of 50 in each section.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Waikato in New Zealand offers a range of scholarships specifically tailored to support international students pursuing their academic aspirations. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and assist students in overcoming financial barriers to education.

International Excellence Scholarship: This merit-based scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international students enrolling in undergraduate or postgraduate programs at the University of Waikato. The scholarship covers a portion of tuition fees and is renewable based on academic performance.

International Bursary: The International Bursary aims to support outstanding students by providing a financial contribution toward tuition fees for the first year of study at the university. It is available to eligible international students undertaking full-time undergraduate or postgraduate studies.

Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme: This prestigious scholarship program is designed for exceptional international students who demonstrate leadership potential and excel academically. Recipients receive financial assistance along with additional support for leadership development and networking opportunities.

Pacific Excellence Scholarship: Dedicated to students from Pacific countries, this scholarship recognizes academic achievement and provides financial support to cover a portion of tuition fees for selected undergraduate or postgraduate programs.

Country-Specific Scholarships: The University of Waikato offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships vary in criteria and eligibility, aiming to support students from diverse backgrounds and nationalities.

Research Scholarships: For international students pursuing research degrees (Ph.D. or Master's by Research), the university offers various scholarships to support their research endeavors. These scholarships provide financial assistance, allowing students to focus on their studies and contribute to groundbreaking research initiatives at the university.

Graduating from the Master of Arts in History program at the University of Waikato opens diverse career avenues in fields that require historical expertise, research proficiency, and critical analysis skills.

Historian/Researcher: Graduates can pursue careers as historians or researchers, working in research institutions, museums, or academic settings, conducting historical research and contributing to historical knowledge.

Archivist/Curator: Proficient individuals can work as archivists or curators, managing historical collections, preserving artifacts, and curating exhibitions in museums, libraries, or cultural heritage organizations.

Education Sector: Graduates can enter the education sector as teachers or educators, teaching history at secondary or tertiary levels, sharing historical knowledge and fostering critical thinking among students.

Librarian/Information Specialist: Professionals can work as librarians or information specialists, managing historical archives, aiding research, and providing access to historical resources in libraries or information centers.

Heritage Manager/Conservator: Graduates can pursue roles as heritage managers or conservators, overseeing preservation projects, restoring historical sites, or managing cultural heritage initiatives.

Government/Policy Roles: Proficient individuals can work in governmental roles, contributing to policy development, cultural diplomacy, or heritage preservation within government departments or cultural institutions.

Journalism/Writing: Graduates can pursue careers in journalism or writing, working as historical writers, columnists, or contributors for historical publications, media outlets, or online platforms.

Cultural Resource Manager: Professionals can work as cultural resource managers, collaborating with communities, NGOs, or government bodies to manage and promote cultural resources and historical sites.