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    Politics and Contemporary History MA

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    Nottingham, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £25,750.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits
    £50.00
    App fee

    Politics and Contemporary History MA at University of Nottingham is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Nottingham, GB. Tuition is £25,750.

    About the program

    Explores the recent past and how political, social, and historical events have shaped the contemporary world. Allows study across Politics and International Relations and History departments with a required dissertation and optional modules on topics like contemporary British history, covert political action, and terrorism.

    Focus: both
    Complete University Guide 2026: 18th (Politics)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 3, 2026
    Term 2026
    Aug 3, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 90
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £12,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Politics and Contemporary History MA at University of Nottingham cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Politics and Contemporary History MA at University of Nottingham is £25,750 across 180 required credits.
    Is Politics and Contemporary History MA at University of Nottingham online or in-person?
    Politics and Contemporary History MA at University of Nottingham is offered in-person.
    How long does Politics and Contemporary History MA at University of Nottingham take to complete?
    Politics and Contemporary History MA at University of Nottingham is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Politics and Contemporary History MA at University of Nottingham?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:1 (or international equivalent)
    What work-permit options follow Politics and Contemporary History MA at University of Nottingham?
    Post-completion work rights for Politics and Contemporary History MA at University of Nottingham: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)