MA in History Today
University of Groningen
Key Information
Campus location
Groningen, Netherlands
Languages
English, Dutch
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
1 year
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
EUR 2,314 / per year *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* EU/EEA students: €2,314 | non-EU/EEA students: €16,000
Introduction
In this master you will learn to work with the Groningen model: from a historical perspective, providing insight into current issues, with emphasis on practical historical applications at an academic level.
The expertise of experienced teachers and experts from the field is used in (guest) lectures, internships, and practical assignments that bring historical theory to life.
You will learn how to interpret, evaluate and translate cross-border historical phenomena such as migrations, pandemics, and terrorism into policy advice. Learn how to create a responsible exhibition or how you can delve into the application of digital techniques in research and public presentations. Or learn how to place the consequences of change processes in organizations and companies in their historical development
The master offers three specializations:
- History and Heritage Consultancy
- Politics, Organizations and Learning Histories
- Un / sustainable Societies: Past, Present, and Future
In each specialization, you will follow a flagship course and matching method courses, and together with all master students, you will participate in the Masterclass. You deepen your content by choosing from the many research lectures. Finally, there is the possibility to graduate with a thesis or in an alternative way, such as organizational research, policy analysis, an exhibition plan, or the development of teaching materials.
Why study this program in Groningen?
- The practical application of historical knowledge and methods at an academic level
- Specialization programs in preparation for a job outside the academic world, including placements.
- Versatile work forms (hands-on history, internships, special final projects, substantive lectures, tutorials from experts in the field)
- Extensive and varied master classes for all history master students
- Tailor-made studies: giving your own direction to your studies
Admissions
Curriculum
Year 1
Courses
- Historical Methods (1 or 2 depending on specialization) (10 EC)
- Masterclass (10 EC)
- Research seminar: Introduction to Sustainability (10 EC, optional)
- Research seminar History (10 EC)
- Atelier Living Heritage (10 EC, optional)
- Learning History and Organisation (10 EC, optional)
- MA placement (10 EC, optional)
- MA thesis History (20 EC)
Program options
- History and Heritage Consultancy (specialization)
- Politics, Organizations and Learning Histories (specialization)
- Un/sustainable Societies: Past, present, and future (specialization)
- Master's Honours Programme (honors program)
- Master's placement (specialization)
Study abroad
- Study abroad is optional
A study period abroad can be combined with the placement and/or the Master's final assignment. You could also follow a seminar at a university abroad.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Job prospects
On completing the Master's degree program in History Today, you will be able to think critically and with a problem-resolution approach. You will be able to process large amounts of information and present the results clearly. Historians often find work in journalism and in museums, cultural institutions, or publishing houses. They also regularly go into politics, the government, or business.
Job examples
- Editor and journalist in various media
- Manager in a business
- Advisor to businesses or government
- Departmental director in an educational or cultural institution
- Policy officer
- Administrative consultant in the government
- Communications advisor
- Curator at a cultural institution
- Coordinator in education, events, and so forth
- Teacher
- Party assistant in the European Parliament or a political party
- Head of educational services at a cultural institution
- Researcher