
Overview
Structure
The curriculum of the Historical Studies programme offered by University of Cape Town will comprise one compulsory course, three elective courses, and a minor dissertation. Candidates will ordinarily complete the prescribed courses in the first year and will be expected to complete the dissertation or equivalent within the following year.
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Courses include:
- A History of Violence: Perspectives from the Global South
- Histories of Land and Labour Struggles in South Africa
- Theory & Method in Histories of Medicine, Health & Healing
- Oral History: Method, Practice, and Theory
- Writing and History
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
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Credits
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Disciplines
History Ancient History Modern History View 40 other Masters in History in South AfricaExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Students will require an overall average of at least 65% in an honours degree in Historical Studies, or in a related discipline. Acceptance will be on the recommendation of the departmental Postgraduate Committee, and at the discretion of the Head of Department.
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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