- The South Wales University offers an M.A in History by Research duration of 18 months.
- This course is offered on a full-time basis.
- This program is provided on-campus and off-campus.
- The MA by Research in History is your opportunity to conduct in-depth research on a topic of your choice, relative to an area of staff expertise, and produce a dissertation of 40,000 words.
- This piece of original historical research will be based on primary sources.
- Students will demonstrate an awareness of the associated historiography and an understanding of the relevant methodological or theoretical concepts.
- For those coming to the end of their undergraduate studies, a Master's by Research can be an attractive alternative to a taught master's.
- If students have enjoyed researching their dissertation, students may want to take it further or perhaps take a year to develop additional skills before joining the job market.
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For professionals, a Masters by Research allows students to develop a research outlook to explore and address projects and bring about change in their professional practice or within an organization.
University Of South Wales - [USW], Pontypridd, Wales - Courses & Fees
Pontypridd, Wales
University Public CollegeMaster of Arts [M.A] (History by Research)
18 months
On Campus
English
Field of Study:
£20,182/Yr
£20,182 /Yr
Important Dates
| Event | End Date |
| Application Deadline For January 2024 Intake | Oct 1, 2023 |
| Application Deadline For April Intake | Jan 1, 2024 |
| Application Deadline For October Intake | May 1, 2024 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | £20182 | £696 |
| Total Fees | £20182 | £696 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Living Expenses | £6501 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students should have completed a bachelor’s degree, or its equivalent, from a recognized university.
- Students should have a minimum of 2:1 Honours degree in an appropriate discipline.
- Students without an Honours degree can be considered on prior experiential learning on an individual basis, via the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)/Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) mechanism (University regulations will apply).
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Required Document List
Following are the required Documents:
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
- Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE, etc.
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VISA & Work Study
VISA
- Visa nationals and non-visa nationals whose program of study lasts for more than six months must not attempt to travel to the UK without a valid student visa.
- Student can apply for a student visa to study in the UK if he/she is 16 or over.
- The student should have been offered a place on a course by a licensed student sponsor and should have enough money to support him/her and pay for his/her course - the amount will vary depending on the student’s circumstances.
- Should speak, read, write and understand English and have consent from their parents if they‘re 16 or 17 - need evidence of this when applying.
Career and Placement after Course
The History by Research masters is an excellent basis for further research in history at MPhil and Ph.D. levels. If students do not want to pursue further research, students will have gained the research skills needed for a range of careers in the arts, industry, the media, administration in the private and public sectors, or further education.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| Axol Science Scholarship | £2000 | Yes | N/A |
| National Overseas Scholarship | £15400 | Yes | Mar 31, 2023 |
| Aga khan Foundation Scholarships | Variable | Yes | Mar 17, 2023 |
| ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | £4000 | Yes | Apr 20, 2023 |
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