PhD in History PHD Programme By University of Jordan |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

History

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Background to the program and subject area:

 


The establishment of the department of history: 1- The department of history was established as a part of the faculty of arts in 1962. 2- The department of Archeology was part of the department of history from 1962-1977. 3- In 1994, after the reconstruction of the faculty of Arts and the rise of the faculty of the Humanities and social sciences, the department of history was part of it. 4- In 2008, the faculty of the humanities and social sciences was abolished, and the faculty of Arts was formed again with the department of history as one of its major departments.


 

Vision statements of the program:


with the start of the year 2010, the department of history has surpassed the traditional education which was concerned with giving diplomas, and in aiming at education students capable of developing the historical methodology, enriching the human heritage, and preparing its graduates to serve in academia.



The scholarships awarded to student by the university certainly facilitated and created a chance for success.



The current mission requires the use of many instruments to re-evaluate the study of history and to employ modern technology and oral history to be able to understand the past, connect with the present and predict the future objectively.


Mission statements of the program:

 


We are one of the oldest and leading department for research and teaching in Jordan and the Arab world. The department brings together an excellent group of staff involved in cutting edge research, energetic and innovative teaching. The reputation of the Discipline of History at the University of Jordan has been built since 1962 by famous historians: A.A. Al-Douri, A.K.Gharibah, and others, our current academic staff, among others continue to build on this foundation, and have gained national, regional and international recognition for their research and writing in Ancient, Islamic, economic history, contemporary Arab and world history, Asian, Europian, and USA/Latin America. Postgraduate history students join this tradition with our staff members in active and stimulate experience, that experience, is strong, not only by the diverse and rich array of courses we offer, but by staff members who believe this practice is in line with the UJ's mission. The HD offers B.A, M.A. and PhD. Degrees in History, with these degrees, history students gain a broad, social, political, and cultural understanding, as well as skills in research, analysis, criticism and writing history. Thus history provides an excellent foundation for interesting careers in public service, teaching, journalism, and diplomatic etc, in Jordan and Arab countries. We need to study history in order to preserve our identity, to understand our societies and challenges of our contemporary world. Thus we can plan for the future.


 


Program Aims:

 


1. Developing students' knowledge of the details of history according to the skills and information gained by faculty members.


2. Working on the application of practical principles in scientific research and converting them to programs that will benefit the community and related institutions.


3. Working on the views and discussions with the students of the department through the meeting between the faculty and students.


4. Work to increase cooperation between students and develop teamwork.


5. Rehabilitation and training of specialists in history to work in various international fields.


6. Develop the personality of students through the process of dialogue and opinion.


7. To motivate students to participate actively through the local and international refer​

Programme overview

Main Subject

History

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Background to the program and subject area:

 


The establishment of the department of history: 1- The department of history was established as a part of the faculty of arts in 1962. 2- The department of Archeology was part of the department of history from 1962-1977. 3- In 1994, after the reconstruction of the faculty of Arts and the rise of the faculty of the Humanities and social sciences, the department of history was part of it. 4- In 2008, the faculty of the humanities and social sciences was abolished, and the faculty of Arts was formed again with the department of history as one of its major departments.


 

Vision statements of the program:


with the start of the year 2010, the department of history has surpassed the traditional education which was concerned with giving diplomas, and in aiming at education students capable of developing the historical methodology, enriching the human heritage, and preparing its graduates to serve in academia.



The scholarships awarded to student by the university certainly facilitated and created a chance for success.



The current mission requires the use of many instruments to re-evaluate the study of history and to employ modern technology and oral history to be able to understand the past, connect with the present and predict the future objectively.


Mission statements of the program:

 


We are one of the oldest and leading department for research and teaching in Jordan and the Arab world. The department brings together an excellent group of staff involved in cutting edge research, energetic and innovative teaching. The reputation of the Discipline of History at the University of Jordan has been built since 1962 by famous historians: A.A. Al-Douri, A.K.Gharibah, and others, our current academic staff, among others continue to build on this foundation, and have gained national, regional and international recognition for their research and writing in Ancient, Islamic, economic history, contemporary Arab and world history, Asian, Europian, and USA/Latin America. Postgraduate history students join this tradition with our staff members in active and stimulate experience, that experience, is strong, not only by the diverse and rich array of courses we offer, but by staff members who believe this practice is in line with the UJ's mission. The HD offers B.A, M.A. and PhD. Degrees in History, with these degrees, history students gain a broad, social, political, and cultural understanding, as well as skills in research, analysis, criticism and writing history. Thus history provides an excellent foundation for interesting careers in public service, teaching, journalism, and diplomatic etc, in Jordan and Arab countries. We need to study history in order to preserve our identity, to understand our societies and challenges of our contemporary world. Thus we can plan for the future.


 


Program Aims:

 


1. Developing students' knowledge of the details of history according to the skills and information gained by faculty members.


2. Working on the application of practical principles in scientific research and converting them to programs that will benefit the community and related institutions.


3. Working on the views and discussions with the students of the department through the meeting between the faculty and students.


4. Work to increase cooperation between students and develop teamwork.


5. Rehabilitation and training of specialists in history to work in various international fields.


6. Develop the personality of students through the process of dialogue and opinion.


7. To motivate students to participate actively through the local and international refer​

Admission Requirements

59+
5+
The plan complies with the current graduate studies program guidelines.

2. Eligible specializations:
- First priority: Master of History.
- Second priority: None.
Second: Special conditions: None.

Required Scores of English Language Tests

Please note that applicants who have graduated from an English-speaking country are exempt from the English exam requirement.

IBT - 59  AMIDEAST  (Jordan only)
IELTS - 5 British Council (Jordan only)


Required Documents:

After checking your eligibility for the program, your electronic application at the next step must include the following documents compiled into a single PDF file (with a size of less than 6 MB):


1.  A copy of the General Secondary Certificate (high school or Tawjihi).

2.  A copy of the bachelor's degree certificate is required for master's students. For doctoral students, a copy of the master's degree certificate with a rating of at least 'Good' is required.

3.  Transcripts for all academic years of the bachelor's degree for master's students, and transcripts for all academic years of both the bachelor's and master's degree for doctoral students.

4. The grading system used by the student's university (for graduates of non-Jordanian universities).

5. A personal photograph.

6.  A copy of the passport.

Feb
Oct

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

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