Master of Arts (Coursework) (MA(Coursework)) in History 12 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Otago |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Main Subject Area

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Programme overview

Main Subject

History

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Immerse yourself in fascinating accounts of human societies through time. Graduate with the analytical and communication skills that will give you an edge in any career.

Why study History?

Studying the past helps us make sense of the present and shape the future, providing a crucial perspective for understanding an increasingly complex world. No discipline is better suited to this task than History.

In this History programme, you’ll explore political upheaval, cultural transformation, revolution, war, and decolonisation across the globe. You'll also have the opportunity to work with Dunedin’s rich historical resources, including archives, libraries, museums, and galleries. Our internship programme connects you with local institutions, offering hands-on experience before you graduate.

As you progress, you’ll tailor your studies to your interests, choosing from a wide range of topics spanning different eras, events, and themes. Whatever path you take, you’ll develop critical thinking, research, and analytical skills that are invaluable in almost any profession.

Programme overview

Main Subject

History

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Immerse yourself in fascinating accounts of human societies through time. Graduate with the analytical and communication skills that will give you an edge in any career.

Why study History?

Studying the past helps us make sense of the present and shape the future, providing a crucial perspective for understanding an increasingly complex world. No discipline is better suited to this task than History.

In this History programme, you’ll explore political upheaval, cultural transformation, revolution, war, and decolonisation across the globe. You'll also have the opportunity to work with Dunedin’s rich historical resources, including archives, libraries, museums, and galleries. Our internship programme connects you with local institutions, offering hands-on experience before you graduate.

As you progress, you’ll tailor your studies to your interests, choosing from a wide range of topics spanning different eras, events, and themes. Whatever path you take, you’ll develop critical thinking, research, and analytical skills that are invaluable in almost any profession.

Admission Requirements

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  1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
  2. Every applicant must have been awarded a bachelor’s degree majoring in the subject or subjects of study proposed with an average grade of at least B or have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).

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