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    History MA

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    Manchester, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £28,400.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits

    History MA at University of Manchester is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Manchester, GB. Tuition is £28,400.

    About the program

    Enables tailoring of studies to interests in chronological, geographical, or methodological areas of history including cultural and economic/social approaches. Includes advanced coursework, research training, and a dissertation.

    Focus: both
    Top 10 UK (QS World University Rankings 2025) | 13th (Complete University Guide)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Sept 2026
    May 3, 2026
    Rolling 2026
    TBA

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 100+ in the TOEFL iBT with a minimum writing score of 25 and no skill below 22
    IELTS
    required
    Min An overall grade of IELTS 7.0 with 7.0 in writing and no skill below 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £15,505.00
    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 History MA at University of Manchester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for History MA at University of Manchester is £28,400 across 180 required credits.
    Is History MA at University of Manchester online or in-person?
    History MA at University of Manchester is offered in-person.
    How long does History MA at University of Manchester take to complete?
    History MA at University of Manchester is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for History MA at University of Manchester?
    Per the program's published guidance: First or Upper Second class honours degree
    What work-permit options follow History MA at University of Manchester?
    Post-completion work rights for History MA at University of Manchester: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)