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PostgraduateMaster of Research

History

Northumbria University, Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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1 yearDuration
£19,850Per Year (Intl)
£5,006Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Northumbria University, Newcastle, the MRes History provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Are you keen to learn from widely published academics who are recognised as thought-leaders in their areas of specialism? The History MRes course incorporates taught modules that explore key subjects such as historical contexts and digital history, whilst examining the critical and theoretical practices that are fundamental to research. In addition to core modules, you are able to tailor your learning to your own areas of interest and career aspirations. To demonstrate your understanding and skills you will undertake an in-depth dissertation project under the guidance of our teaching t... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 98% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £23,000 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Historical Research Methods and Theory
Digital History and Digital Humanities
Historiography and Critical Practice
Archival Studies and Primary Source Analysis
Dissertation Project
Specialised History Elective
Specialised History Elective
Research Conference Organisation and Dissemination
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementSTUDY AT NORTHUMBRIA. Explore study options at Northumbria from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Degree Apprenticeships & CPD. Find out about course information, accommodation, finance, including how to manage your money in our Cost of Living guide and more. You can use our Jargon Buster to better understand academic terminology when picking your course. Undergraduate Postgraduate Apprenticeship Research Degree Mode of Study Distance learning

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic69

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£19,850

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£19,850

Home Student Fee

£5,006

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

60%Working
10%Studying
20%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
50%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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