Program Overview
The Public histories at Birkbeck 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 Public histories 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 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 14,450 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 7,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public histories 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
- [\'You take two compulsory modules, choose two option modules and complete a dissertation.\', "You choose one option module that is public history focused, which includes modules offered in Birkbeck\'s Department of History, Classics and Archaeology and the Department of History of Art, as well as an option in Digital Histories offered in conjunction with the University of East London."]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- The usual requirement is a second-class honours degree in a humanities subject, as well as references.
- We may request writing samples or ask you to attend an interview, if you don\'t meet the entry criteria but have non-traditional educational or professional qualification/experience.
International Entry Requirements
- If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 14,450 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 7,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 14,450 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 7,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Birkbeck University of London 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 Birkbeck University of London
Birkbeck University of London
London, United Kingdom
Birkbeck College, University of London is a public research university located in London, England, and a member institution of the University of London. Established in 1823 as the London...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 60