Program Overview
The History at Wayne State University is a MA programme in Humanities, 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: Detroit, 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
You will take several courses in your major field, as well as have the opportunity to take courses in other fields and customize the curriculum to your interests. As a capstone project, all master's students work closely with their primary advisor to conduct original research and write an essay or thesis of publishable quality. The 30-credit master's degree can be completed in two years of full-time study or up to six years of part-time study.
Students often elect to pursue a Joint Master of Arts in History and Library and Information Science or earn a Graduate Certificate in World History, Archival Administration and/or Nonprofit Management concurrently with their master's in history. Doing so expands career opportunities after graduation.
- Online program three-year matrix
Type Fall
2024-25Winter
2024-25Fall
2025-26Winter
2025-26Core courses HIS 7830 HIS 7830 HIS 7832 Seminars Europe World Electives U.S. History, World History U.S. History, European History U.S. History, World History U.S. History, European History - Courses
Courses in the Master of Arts in History program explore topics such as American, European and global history, historical methods, archival research and thematic studies in politics, culture and society, giving students the tools to analyze the past and its impact on the present.
- Master's essay
The master’s essay does not need to be submitted to the Graduate School for format checks; however, it must meet College of Liberal Arts and Sciences formatting requirements.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be considered for graduate admission, an applicant must hold or be completing an earned baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from a college or university of recognized standing and have adequate preparation with discernible ability to pursue graduate studies in the major field elected. These criteria are subject to standards set by the individual program areas, which reserve the right to revise or amend their entrance requirements beyond the minimal requirements of the University.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 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
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About Wayne State University
Wayne State University
Detroit, United States
Wayne State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
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