Overview

This History (Part-Time) course at Northumbria University incorporates five core modules that combine traditional historical study with training in research methods, providing a flexible approach to study. We take a close look at the big interpretive questions that are animating the study of history today. The course's particular strength is that it introduces students to digital history projects and current debates.

These taught modules will give you the skills you need to write your dissertation on a topic of your choice. Working with a specialist supervisor, you will develop a dissertation topic that reflects your interests and highlights your knowledge gained throughout your degree.

Career

On completion of this course you will possess expert research skills thanks to your ability to collect, sift through and organise historical data. You will also be able to confidently use state-of-the-art digital researching tools.

Employability skills are embedded throughout all aspects of this course and, on completion, you will possess a range of attributes that are highly valued in today’s competitive job market. These skills include effective workload management, IT, problem solving, communication, teamwork and self-motivatio

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Historical Contexts

Britain's Empires: Imperialism and Resistance in the Modern World

Academic Language Skills for Social Sciences & Humanities

War and Peace in Historical Perspective

History in the Digital Age: Institutions, Issues and Ideas

History Dissertation

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-06 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Disciplines

History Ancient History Modern History View 340 other Masters in History in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent, in a related discipline.
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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19850 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9950 GBP / year

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Living costs

Newcastle upon Tyne

United Kingdom

560 - 991 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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