Program Overview
The Public History at University of South Carolina is a MA 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 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 13,704 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,399 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
- Location: Columbia, 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
- Introduction to the Study of History
- History and Theory of Museums
- Business History
- History and Theory
- Modern British Material Culture
- Comparative History of Time
- Comparative Applied History, U.S. and U.K.
- Material Culture Studies
- Historic Site Interpretation
- Archival Administration and Techniques
- Historical Editing
- Historic Preservation
- State and Local History
- European Historiography
- American Historiography
- Internship in History
- Thesis Preparation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In order to complete the application you will need to gather several pieces of information including the following:
- A baccalaureate degree (or the international equivalent) from an accredited college or university
- Standardized Test scores (consult the program to which you are applying for particular test requirements)
- Official Transcripts
- Two or more letters of recommendation
- Application
- Application Fee $50
- English Proficiency Requirement
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 13,704 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,399 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 13,704 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,399 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Carolina 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 South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Columbia, United States
University of South Carolina 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 2004-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months