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PostgraduateMA

Medieval History

University of York
York, England
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1 yearDuration
£26,900Per Year (Intl)
£12,000Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MA Medieval History at University of York is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding human thought and history. Based in York, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The programme offers an unparalleled opportunity to study at one of the world's leading centres of expertise in medieval history. The degree is equally suitable for students who wish to pursue doctoral research or careers in teaching, public history, or archives, or for those with enthusiasm for the subject but not yet a clear career direction. Since few students will have had the opportunity to study medieval history in depth at Undergraduate level, the programme offers both wide-ranging training in sources and methods and Option Modules in specialized areas. International tuition fees are £26,900 per year, home/UK fees are £12,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Medieval Sources and Historiography
Medieval Britain and Europe
1066-1485
The Later Medieval Economy and Society
Religion and Culture in Medieval Europe
Medieval Manuscript Studies
Dissertation in Medieval History
Research Methods and Archives Practice
Specialisation Module: Medieval Political Thought
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5
PTE Academic67

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£26,900

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£26,900

Home Student Fee

£12,000

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

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💼 Employment Breakdown

60%Working
40%Work & Study
90%Professional Jobs
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About University of York

University of York offers Medieval History as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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