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History (Local History) MA

University of Leicester — Leicester, United Kingdom

History (Local History) MA is a postgraduate Art & Design course at University of Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom. It takes 1-2 years, costs £20,100 per year and starts in September.

Postgraduate · 1-2 years · Full-time · Art & Design · £20,100 per year

Intakes: September

This course is run by our internationally acclaimed Centre for Regional and Local History, established in 1948. Our research centre advances the study of academic local history across England and Wales. You will study in-depth the interaction between society, families and landscape and use comparative methods to test hypotheses and interpretations, which might include comparisons with places outside of the British Isles. Studying this pathway will allow you to explore a variety of topics including regional identities, society and landscape, historical ecology, family and community history, and

Modules

  • Historical Research, Historical Writing
  • Landscapes and Identities in Medieval and Early Modern England
  • Directed Reading Module
  • Dissertation
  • Heritage in the Workplace
  • The Holocaust - A Genocide: Mass Murder in Comparative Perspective
  • Global Cities
  • Conservation, Heritage and the Urban Environment

Careers

  • critical analysis of textual, visual, and material evidence
  • statistical analysis and database design
  • advanced written and oral presentation skills

Frequently asked questions

How long is History (Local History) MA at University of Leicester?

History (Local History) MA takes 1-2 years (Full-time).

How much does History (Local History) MA at University of Leicester cost?

The listed tuition fee is £20,100 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.

When does History (Local History) MA start?

Intakes: September.

What level is History (Local History) MA?

It is a postgraduate course in Art & Design.

What will I study on History (Local History) MA?

Modules include Historical Research, Historical Writing, Landscapes and Identities in Medieval and Early Modern England, Directed Reading Module, Dissertation, Heritage in the Workplace and The Holocaust - A Genocide: Mass Murder in Comparative Perspective.

What careers can History (Local History) MA lead to?

Typical roles include critical analysis of textual, visual, and material evidence, statistical analysis and database design and advanced written and oral presentation skills.