Overview

Arts - History at Massey University is a subject as large as our recorded past. Our cultural heritage, literature, arts, religions, politics, economics, social behaviours, buildings and landscapes all derive from past influences.

Studying history gives you an understanding of where we have been and how the world has changed. You’ll get an appreciation of how people have faced challenges at different times, with the benefit of hindsight.

With an MA (History) you can investigate a particular issue in great depth. You could focus on New Zealand and the Pacific, or study a particular era, such as the medieval period, or the 20th century. You could look at a theme, such as politics, sport or social history, or another area of interest. The courses you’ll complete will complement your focus on your chosen research area by helping you develop your research skills and quickly master the research process.

Career

With an MA (History) you can choose from a wide range of careers including:

archiving
editing
journalism
policy analysis
teaching
research management
administration.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Historiography

Advanced Historical Methodology

Thesis

Theory

Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-02 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2025-07-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-21 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Disciplines

History Ancient History Modern History

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To enter the Master of Arts (History) you will have been awarded or qualified for:

a Bachelor of Arts degree (or equivalent) with a major in the intended postgraduate subject, with at least a B grade average across the 200/300 level major courses
a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) with a subject in the intended postgraduate subject or a Postgraduate Diploma in Arts with an endorsement in the intended postgraduate subject, or an equivalent qualification, with at least a B+ grade average across the 700-level courses for entry to the Research Pathway or a B grade average across the 700-level courses for entry to the Coursework Pathway.

You will need to provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.

To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.

Tuition Fee

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International

34560 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34560 NZD per year during 18 months.
National

7178 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7178 NZD per year during 18 months.

National: $7,178.40 to $9,480.20

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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