MA History of Warfare

... United Kingdom
... University of Birmingham

Course Overview

A thorough grounding is provided in research methods and in the historiography and economics of warfare, while a wide choice of options complements the broad range of possible dissertation subjects that can be supported by our staff.

Students of the History of Warfare programme from University of Birmingham take a global approach to study and our students explore all types of conflict from all types of regions of the world. The breadth and flexibility of the programme helps make it unique.

General Eligibility

A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Other professional qualifications comparable to degree standard would also be considered, e.g., an honours degree or higher degree in a subject other than History, or professional qualifications of degree standard such as law, accountancy, management, or published work in a relevant field. Every submission is considered on its own merits.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • English requirements

    IELTS - 6.5

    TOEFL - 88

Programme Information
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Course Category

Humanities and Social Sciences


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Campus Name

Birmingham, England


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

Full-time, 1 year


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

6.5


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Tuition Fees Range

Home full-time: £20,430, International full-time: £ 23,574,


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