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1 yearDuration
£15,500Per Year (Intl)
£23,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Offered by University of Chester, the MRes History provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in Chester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Our MRes in History offers you an excellent opportunity to extend your range and depth of historical knowledge alongside your proficiency in research and project management. The course is an ideal academic undertaking in preparation for a PhD in History, as well as a valuable qualification for those pursuing a wide range of careers. Advanced research skills acquired by MRes students are sought after in a range of sectors, from finance to academia, and teaching to the civil service. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 94% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £19,500 within three years, a 85% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Advanced Historical Research Methods
Historiography and Historical Theory
Archival Research and Primary Source Analysis
Historical Dissertation Preparation
Specialised Historical Seminar
Research Project Management
Critical Engagement with Historical Debates
Independent Research Dissertation
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:1 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 65 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£15,500
per year
Total Course Cost (1 years)£15,500
Home Student Fee
£9,090
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Chester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £21,000 | £23,000 | £25,000 |
| 3 years | £15,500 | £19,500 | £23,500 |
| 5 years | £20,500 | £25,000 | £29,500 |
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH20-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
60%Working
15%Studying
40%Professional Jobs
Official Data
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