Program Overview
The MA by Research in History (Full Time) at University of Warwick 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 MA by Research in History (Full Time) 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
- Location: Coventry, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the MA by Research in History (Full Time) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants are normally expected to possess a good undergraduate degree in History or a related discipline.
Students applying for an MA by Research should complete an application form, provide two letters of reference, and supply required transcripts of their qualifications.
As admission to the programme is dependent upon the department\xc2\x92s ability to offer expert supervision in the chosen field, candidates are strongly advised to make contact with a potential supervisor or supervisors before filling in the application. A list of staff members and their research interests can be found at www.go.warwick.ac.uk/ history
There are a number of requirements to fulfil in a programme of study for a research MA degree ...
- Dissertation: maximum word-length for an MA (by Research)
40,000 words excluding footnotes, bibliography and appendices.
[The appendices should be no more than 5,000 words] - Your supervisor will expect it to conform to the guidelines in the Graduate Programme \'Style Guide\'.
- Completion of the \'Historical Research: Theory, Skill and Method\' (TSM) course. You may also wish to explore with your supervisor the possibility of auditing one of the MA course modules.
- Attendance at Departmental seminars
- Participation in the Postgraduate Conference
- Supervision: a complete set of guidelines.
- Progress and review procedures: see the MA (by Research) section of the Postgraduate Handbook, or refer to the Graduate School guide for Supervisors and Research Students.
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 University of Warwick
University of Warwick
Coventry, United Kingdom
University of Warwick 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- Start Date October 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months