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PostgraduateMA

Modern History

Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth, Wales
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Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in history, philosophy, and theology with the MA Modern History at Aberystwyth University. Based in Aberystwyth, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The course draws on the Department of History and Welsh History’s longstanding research strengths in modern British, continental European and American history, and its recent investment in Southeast Asian history, to enable you to develop your own research interests in the field of modern history. In Semester 1 you’ll follow a core module that addresses the concept of political culture (addressing such issues as the public sphere, community and participation, the role of the media, etc.) in the modern era. This is followed by a wide range of options in Semester 2 on topics ranging from scie... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £19,500 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Political Culture in the Modern Era
British History: Nation and Identity
Continental European History since 1789
American History and Society
Southeast Asian History and Colonialism
Research Methods in Modern History
Modern European Language Studies
MA Dissertation in Modern History
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

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IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

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50%Working
20%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
50%Professional Jobs
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