Program Overview
The History at Goldsmiths University of London is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the History programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the History programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Compulsory modules
You take the following two compulsory modules:
| Module title | Credits |
|---|---|
| Explorations and Debates in History | 30 credits |
| Research Skills | 30 credits |
Optional modules
You also take two thematic option modules. You could:
- Choose both options from those offered by History
- Choose one History option and another from a different Goldsmiths subject area
- Choose one History option and another from the list of 30+ options available each year in other History schools that participate in the University of London MA Intercollegiate Sharing Scheme
Dissertation
You will begin work on your dissertation in the second term. In the third term, you will participate in the dissertation conference and will then complete your work over the summer.
| Module title | Credits |
|---|---|
| Dissertation | 60 credits |
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard in a relevant subject.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About Goldsmiths University of London
Goldsmiths University of London
London, England
Goldsmiths, University of London, formerly Goldsmiths College, University of London, is a constituent research university of the University of London. It was originally founded in 1891 as The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months