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Full time & Part time September MA 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time
History & Archaeology (19)

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The History MA programme at Exeter offers a wide range of modules and the flexibility to choose specific pathways or a selection of modules. With access to excellent historical archives and the opportunity for placements with local archives, you'll gain valuable skills for professions such as archivist, strategic analyst, and the growing heritage sector. The programme is taught by our diverse and experienced staff, allowing you to explore topics across medieval, early modern, and modern history. You'll also have the chance to work one-to-one with experts in your field during the dissertation module. A 2:1 degree or above in a relevant subject is preferred, but we welcome applicants with a high 2:2, relevant work experience, or equivalent academic background. Visit our website for more information.

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Overview

  • Study an exceptionally wide range of modules
  • Develop skills for a variety of professions such as archivist, strategic analyst and the growing heritage sector
  • Access excellent historical archives
  • Placements are possible with local archives
  • Our dissertation module offers the opportunity to work one-to-one with an expert in their field

Course content

The programme is divided into units of study called modules which are assigned 'credits'. The credit rating of a module is proportional to the total workload, with 1 credit being nominally equivalent to 10 hours of work.

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Entry Requirements

We are looking for graduates with a 2:1 or above in their first degree in a relevant subject area. While we normally only accept applicants who meet this criteria, if you have a high 2:2 or equivalent, are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application.

Applicants are also required to meet our English language requirements. Please see our website for details.




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