Overview

The Global Histories (Online) from SOAS University of London examines the forces behind today’s global landscape, key methods and debates in historical analysis, and long-term human-environment dynamics.

With research-methods training and closely supervised teaching, you will develop advanced analytical, research, and communication skills to apply global-historical thinking across academic, professional, and public contexts.

Employment

We know you’re choosing this programme to advance your career and make a real difference in the world – that’s why we embed employability in every module.

Teaching and assessments are designed to develop a range of skills valued by employers. This includes analytical and critical thinking, communication, research and enquiry, and professional and project management skills.

This is why recent graduates from the Department of History have been hired by Amnesty International, Chatham House, the Ministry of Defence, and the UK Border Agency.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Historical Making of Today’s Global Problems

Global Histories: Methodological Toolkit

Anthropology and Global Challenges

Water, Land and Climate Change

Biodiversity, Conservation and Development

Politics of Gender and Feminism in Development

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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95

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5

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

Online

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

OR

95

OR

5

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

We will consider applications with the equivalent of a UK undergraduate degree at 2:2 or above.

In addition to degree classification, we take into account other elements of the application including a supporting statement and references. While references are optional, they can help build a stronger application profile if you fall below the 2:2 requirement or have non-traditional qualifications.

Tuition Fees

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8000 GBP / year

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8000 GBP / year

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Funding

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