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    International Slavery Studies MA

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    Liverpool, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £28,000.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo

    International Slavery Studies MA at University of Liverpool is a 1-year, in-person MA program based in Liverpool, GB. Tuition is £28,000.

    About the program

    The program examines histories, legacies, and commemorations of human enslavement and unfree labour, combining historical perspectives on transatlantic slavery with insights into modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking. It offers pathways in historical slavery and modern slavery, including modules on themes, research methods, and a dissertation.

    Focus: both
    23rd (Complete University Guide)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Sep 11, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min If you took a TOEFL test on or before 20 January 2026, you’ll need 88 overall, with minimum scores of listening 19, writing 19, reading 19 and speaking 20. If you took a TOEFL test from 21 January 2026 onwards, when a new scoring system was introduced, you’ll need 4.5 overall, with 4 or above in all components. TOEFL Home Edition not
    IELTS
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    Min 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route visa (UK) for Master’s graduates (with no employer sponsorship), plus possible extension to 18 months if applying on/after 1 Jan 2027; US-style OPT not applicable.

    £13,500.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does International Slavery Studies MA at University of Liverpool cost?
    The total estimated tuition for International Slavery Studies MA at University of Liverpool is £28,000.
    Is International Slavery Studies MA at University of Liverpool online or in-person?
    International Slavery Studies MA at University of Liverpool is offered in-person.
    How long does International Slavery Studies MA at University of Liverpool take to complete?
    International Slavery Studies MA at University of Liverpool is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for International Slavery Studies MA at University of Liverpool?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:1 honours degree
    What work-permit options follow International Slavery Studies MA at University of Liverpool?
    Post-completion work rights for International Slavery Studies MA at University of Liverpool: 2 years Graduate Route visa (UK) for Master’s graduates (with no employer sponsorship), plus possible extension to 18 months if applying on/after 1 Jan 2027; US-style OPT not applicable.