University of New England
Master of History
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationAre you looking to extend your skills in history for professional or personal interest? When you study our Master of History degree you can gain and polish your research, analysis and writing skills, whether you already have a history qualification or are new to the discipline.
Gain advanced knowledge of history as a discipline, specialised knowledge of historical periods of your choice, and the skills required to write history.
Immerse yourself in historical research by completing two research projects, a minor and a major project. Hone your skills in critical thinking, problem solving and analysis and thrive in a rapidly changing world.
If you are considering the Master of History purely to add to your depth of knowledge and abilities, you will find this high-level study greatly rewarding — an ideal preparation for your own writing of history, both for pleasure and profit.
Delivery mode
University of New England offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in any discipline.
One of the following qualifications (or an overseas equivalent) in a discipline relevant to your chosen major:
- Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7)
- Graduate Certificate (AQF Level 8)
- Graduate Diploma (AQF Level 8)
- Bachelor with Honours (AQF Level 8)
- Masters (AQF Level 9)
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Master of History will prepare you for the following roles.
Historian
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History Teacher
History Teachers work at high schools and middle schools across Australia. They teach a mix of local, state/territory, national, regional and world...
Academic Researcher
Academic researchers are degree-qualified professionals who are curious about the world and seek to expand the body of knowledge in their chosen fi...
Anthropologist
Anthropologists are social scientists who study the development and connections in human society. Their research and studies involve a lot of field...
Heritage Specialist
Heritage Specialists provide advisory services to government departments, museums, galleries, and private corporations to ensure organisational act...
About University of New England
UNE is the highest rated Australian university for student satisfaction.
Canstar Blue awarded UNE ‘Most Satisfied Students’ in the National Universities, Online Universities and NSW Universities categories in 2022. We are also the only Australian public university awarded the maximum 5 stars for Overall Experience 17 years in a row by the Good Universities Guide.
Whether it’s our commitment to teaching quality, the excellent employment outcomes of our graduates, or our reputation for providing exceptional online education, UNE is consistently recognised as a great Australian university.
As Australia’s longest continual provider of distance education, the majority of our 140+ courses are available for study online. It makes sense to trust a university that has an extensive history of helping adults like you become future fit while they study at home.
