Program Overview
The Public History at Loyola University Chicago 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 Public 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
- Tuition: USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Chicago, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public 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
- Public History Media
- Public History: Method and Theory
- Management of Historical Resources
- Archives and Records Management
- Oral History: Method and Practice
- Management of History Museums
- Practicum in Public History
- Public History Internship
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- The Loyola Department of History and the Graduate School of Library and Information Science (GSLIS) of Dominican University cooperate to offer a joint program leading to the two degrees: Master of Arts in Public History and Master of Arts in Library and Information Science.
- A total of 54 semester hours is required for the two degrees. A minimum of 30 semester hours must be taken in the GSLIS, and a minimum of 24 semester hours must be taken in the Loyola history department, including 12 of those semester hours in specified public history courses. All requirements in the joint program must be completed within seven years.
- Students in the dual-degree program must apply to each program separately and must be accepted as classified students by both programs. Application for admission to the dual degree may be made at any time while students are enrolled in either program. No advance assurance can be given that admission to both programs will be granted.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Loyola University Chicago 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 Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, United States
Loyola University Chicago is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-10
- Language English