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MA History
Clifton Campus
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Program Overview
The MA History program at the University of Bristol offers a rich and diverse curriculum that covers a wide range of historical periods, themes, and methodologies. The program is designed to enhance students' critical thinking, research, and analytical skills, enabling them to engage with complex historical debates and develop their own research projects.
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Core Modules: Students undertake core modules that provide a solid foundation in historical theory, historiography, and research methods. These modules help students develop the necessary skills to critically analyze primary and secondary sources, conduct archival research, and construct well-argued historical arguments.
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Specialization Options: The program offers a variety of specialization options, allowing students to focus on specific historical periods, regions, or themes that align with their research interests. Examples of specialization areas include European history, British history, global history, social history, cultural history, or intellectual history.
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Research Skills Development: The program emphasizes the development of research skills through training in archival research, digital history, data analysis, and historiographical analysis. Students learn how to critically assess and interpret historical evidence, formulate research questions, and undertake independent research projects.
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Dissertation: Students undertake a substantial research dissertation, supervised by experienced faculty members. This provides an opportunity for students to explore a specific research topic in depth, apply their research skills, and make an original contribution to historical scholarship.
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Interdisciplinary Approach: The program encourages interdisciplinary approaches to history by incorporating insights from related disciplines such as anthropology, sociology, literature, or politics. This broadens students' understanding of historical phenomena and allows them to engage with interdisciplinary debates.
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Research Seminars and Events: The University of Bristol offers a vibrant research environment with regular seminars, conferences, and events that bring together historians from various disciplines. These opportunities allow students to engage with cutting-edge research, network with scholars, and present their own research findings.
Location
Clifton Campus
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 26100
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 65% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 85, with at least 20 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 65 with no individual score below 60.
- Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.
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 Bristol offers a range of scholarship opportunities to both domestic and international students.
- Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship: This scholarship is offered to high-achieving students who are starting their undergraduate or postgraduate studies at the University of Bristol. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and a maintenance allowance.
- Think Big Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to international students who have demonstrated exceptional academic merit and potential.
- Sanctuary Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to asylum seekers, refugees, and their immediate family members who are seeking an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the University of Bristol. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and a maintenance allowance.
The MA History program equips graduates with a range of transferable skills that are highly valued in various career paths.
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Research and Academia: Graduates can pursue a career in academia, conducting historical research, and teaching at universities or research institutions. They may pursue further study at the doctoral level to specialize in a particular area of historical research.
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Heritage and Museums: Graduates can work in museums, archives, or heritage organizations, curating exhibitions, conducting research, and preserving historical artifacts. They may also work in cultural heritage management or public history.
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Education and Teaching: Graduates can pursue careers in secondary or further education, teaching history at schools or colleges. They can also contribute to educational publishing or develop educational programs in museums or cultural institutions.
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Journalism and Media: Graduates can work as historians or researchers for media organizations, contributing to historical documentaries, journalism, or online platforms. They may also work as historical consultants for film and television productions.
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Public Sector and Government: Graduates can work in government agencies, policy research, or public administration, utilizing their research and analytical skills to inform policy decisions or work in public history projects.
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Cultural and Creative Industries: Graduates can explore careers in the cultural and creative industries, such as publishing, writing, editing, or content creation, where their historical knowledge and research skills are highly valued.
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Private Sector and Business: Graduates can apply their research and analytical skills in fields such as market research, data analysis, consultancy, or corporate communications, where the ability to critically analyze information and communicate effectively is essential.
