Study at Cardiff | Postgraduate

Welsh History (MA)

Course Aims

The MA in Welsh History draws together a wide range of chronological, geographical and historiographic expertise in early modern and modern Welsh history to offer challenging and flexible programmes of study, with teaching and research tailored to the interests and needs of individual students. Teaching of modules and supervision of dissertation topics is normally available in English and Welsh.

Course Description

The MA in Welsh History is designed to act as a self-regulated year of further study, and to provide a preparatory year for PhD candidates, giving a thorough grounding in research skills and methods, theoretical concepts and the techniques of conducting and writing up an independent research project. Consisting partly of taught courses and partly of independent research, it draws together the range of chronological, geographical and thematic expertise in Welsh history to provide a flexible programme of study.

Assessment is via essays or a combination of coursework and written examination, depending on the modules chosen.

Course Structure

Students take a total of 180 credits of modules, consisting of:

• 40 credits of reseach skills and methods
• 40 credits of historical theory and advanced research skills
• 40 credits of option modules selected by the student
• 60 credit dissertation (topic or theme chosen by the student in consultation with academic staff)

Please see the History website for more course and module information.

Skills Acquired

On completion of the MA students will be able to:

• communicate ideas and arguments effectively
• formulate and justify arguments and conclusions, presenting appropriate supporting evidence
• an ability to modify as well as to defend their own position
• an ability to think critically and challenge assumptions
• an ability to use a range of information technology resources to assist with information retrieval and assignment presentation
• time management skills and an ability to work independently and organise their own study methods and workload
• presentation skills to present their work to the rest of the team and to wider audiences
• work effectively with others as part of a team or group in seminar or tutorial discussions

Entry Requirements

1st or upper 2nd class UK Honours degree in an appropriate subject. Suitable for graduates in History, Welsh and related humanities and social science disciplines.

Students whose first language is not English will be required to pass an IELTS test (minimum 6.5) or equivalent.

Note: International students pursuing part-time programmes of study are not eligible for Tier 4 (General Student) visas and must have alternative leave to remain in the UK if they intend to study at the University in person.

How to Apply

Applications can be made for this course via our Online Application Service selecting the MA Welsh History option from the list of courses. Applicants should use the Personal Statement section of the form to outline their area of interest and, if possible, the topic that they hope to research for their dissertation.

Funding

For more information on funding available for Masters students at In the School of History, Archaeology and Religion please see the school's funding website.

Next intake: September each year

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