Program Overview
The History at University of Cambridge is a Master 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 Kingdom 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 7.5
- Tuition: GBP 26,802 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 13,404 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Cambridge, 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
Course Structure
- Saturday 21 October 2017
- Saturday 2 December 2017
- Saturday 14 April 2018
- Supervision: 5 x 1-hour sessions in Year 2.
- Four essay assignments, each of 4,000 words maximum.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Expected academic standard
Applicants for this course will normally have achieved a UK 2.i honours degree or overseas equivalent.
There is provision to accept non-standard applicants who do not satisfy the standard academic criterion. Such applicants must produce evidence of relevant and equivalent experience and their suitability for the course.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 26,802 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 13,404 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 26,802 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 13,404 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Cambridge 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 Cambridge
University of Cambridge
Moffat, United Kingdom
University of Cambridge is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Oct, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
