Program Overview
The History at University of Southern Mississippi is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 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 States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Hattiesburg, United States, United States
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
Course Structure
- World War II
- Muscovy and Imperial Russia
- The American Revolution
- Topics War & Society
- Philosophy & Methods of Research
- Seminar in American History
- Seminar in European History
- U.S. Historiography I Seminar
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A completed online application
- The application fee
- GRE scores (must be taken within five (5) years of the application).
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
- Three letters of recommendation
- A personal statement\xc2\xa0
- \xc2\xa0A writing sample
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southern Mississippi directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Southern Mississippi
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, United States
University of Southern Mississippi is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-11-18
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months