MA History
Explore innovative historical research and specialise in your chosen field with a dynamic programme at Queen’s University Belfast.
Best for:Best for graduates in Arts and Humanities, or professionals with relevant experience seeking to advance their historical research skills and specialise in a specific area of history.
Overview
The MA History programme at Queen’s University Belfast offers a flexible and interdisciplinary curriculum designed to deepen students’ knowledge and critical thinking in historical studies. Students engage with cutting-edge modules that challenge conventional perspectives, fostering expertise in their chosen specialism. The programme is ideal for graduates in Arts and Humanities, as well as those with relevant professional experience, and encourages interdisciplinary exploration. Supervised by leading historians, students develop research skills and contribute to vibrant academic discussions. The programme is structured to accommodate both full-time and part-time study, ensuring accessibility for diverse academic backgrounds.
What you'll do
- Engage with innovative and interdisciplinary modules to develop advanced historical research skills.
- Develop expertise in a chosen specialism within the broad field of history.
- Conduct supervised research under the guidance of experienced historians.
- Participate in academic discussions and contribute to vibrant scholarly communities.
- Develop critical thinking and analytical skills applicable to historical and interdisciplinary research.
- Complete a dissertation or research project under faculty supervision.
Requirements
Degree required: Normally a strong 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification in an Arts and Humanities discipline. Applicants with a Social Sciences Honours degree may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Language: English; IELTS score of 7.0 with no less than 6.0 in any component, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University (taken within the last 2 years).
Instruction: English
- Strong academic background in Arts and Humanities or relevant discipline.
- Ability to conduct independent research and critical analysis.
- Proficiency in written and oral communication in English.
- Commitment to interdisciplinary study and academic engagement.
- Applicants with a degree below 2.2 Honours in an Arts and Humanities discipline or relevant other discipline may be considered if they can demonstrate relevant professional experience.
- International students must meet UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) English language requirements for visa purposes.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-08-14
Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible through the university’s official application portal. The application process involves submitting academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and a statement of purpose. The university reserves the right to close the application portal early if the programme receives a high volume of applications.
- CV or curriculum vitae
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS or equivalent)
- Statement of purpose or research proposal
- Two letters of recommendation (if applicable)
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