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History by Research, MA(Res), University of South Wales

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University of South Wales

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The award How you will study Study duration Course start Domestic course fees International course fees
MA(Res)Full-time, Part-time18 - 36 monthsJanuary, April, OctoberGBP 4327 per yearGBP 13900 per year

About History by Research, MA(Res) - at University of South Wales

The MA by Research in History is your opportunity to conduct in-depth research on a topic of your choice, relative to an area of staff expertise, and produce a dissertation of 40,000 words.

This piece of original research will be based on primary sources.

You will demonstrate an awareness of the associated historiography and an understanding of the relevant methodological or theoretical concepts.

Entry requirements

A minimum 2:1 Honours degree in history or a related subject. Applicants without an Honours degree can be considered on prior experiential learning on an individual basis, via the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)/Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) mechanism (University regulations will apply). The course welcomes international applicants and requires an English level of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

All applications must include two references on headed paper from your referees which should be uploaded as a supporting document. Please note, we can not accept applications without these two references. At least one referee should be able to comment on your academic/professional ability. References provided by relatives are not acceptable.

All applicants for research degrees must submit an online application accompanied by a research proposal which will be considered by the Faculty Research Programmes Committee (FRPC).

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