Overview

Before you begin this course, you will have the opportunity to identify a potential supervisor from within the department based on the specific interests and expertise of our staff. The core of the degree will be an extended piece of research in which you will pursue a major independent research project of your own choosing. This gives you the flexibility to shape your own course and produce a piece of written work to a standard that might form the basis of a publication.

The History offered at the University of Leicester will equip you with the skills needed for historical research at doctoral level. You will also have the opportunity to develop your competence in communication, self-management and planning which will enhance your attractiveness to potential employers.

Key facts

Our MRes in History will offer you a very strong competitive advantage and career choices and your future salary can be considerably enhanced by postgraduate qualifications.
A postgraduate degree in history provides you with a wide range of skills including:

critical analysis of textual, visual, and material evidence

statistical analysis and database design

advanced written and oral presentation skills

time management and independent working on a large-scale research project

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Historical Research, Historical Writing

MRes Dissertation

Mastering Medieval Sources / Latin (ab initio)
The City in History

Victorian Society

Directed Reading Module

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-25 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-08 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leicester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

History View 368 other Masters in History in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:1 degree in history or another relevant discipline.

We also welcome applicants who can supply evidence of substantial alternative research training and experience.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

18950 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18950 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

9550 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9550 GBP per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Leicester

751 - 1426 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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