MA History of Wales
Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth, United Kingdom
Course overview
Why study
MA History of Wales at Aberystwyth University? Study just five minutes away from one of five UK copyright libraries, the National Library of Wales, home to a multitude of sources for Welsh history, from the medieval period onwards, including estate, court and church records, maps, photographs, newspapers, private archives of many leading figures in Welsh history, the Welsh Political Archive and the National Screen and Sound Archive of Wales. We have strong links with the Royal Commission on Ancient and Historical Monuments, based in Aberystwyth.
Aberystwyth has a long tradition of publishing key works in the history of Wales and many prominent Welsh historians have taught here. History has been taught in Aberystwyth since 1872, making our department the oldest in Wales and one of the foremost in Britain. All of our lecturers are active researchers and are recognised as leading authorities in their respective fields.
You'll benefit from small group teaching. You may be able to undertake a work placement with a leading heritage organisation.
Key highlights
- Five minutes from the National Library of Wales, a UK copyright library
- Access to Welsh Political Archive and National Screen and Sound Archive
- Strong links with the Royal Commission on Ancient and Historical Monuments
- Oldest history department in Wales, teaching history since 1872
- Small group teaching from lecturers who are all active researchers
- Possible work placement with a leading heritage organisation
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include relevant subject
Scholarships
AberDoc Scholarship
Tuition fees (up to the UK (Home) rate of £5,006 per annum). A maintenance allowance of approximately £20,780 per annum and access to a travel and conference fund (max. £1000 per annum) will also be provided.
AberGrad Scholarship
A £1,000 tuition fee discount is available to Aberystwyth graduates.
Up to £1,000Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship
UK First Honours degree will be eligible for a £3,000 discount; UK Upper Second (2:1) or Lower Second (2:2) degree will receive a £2,000 discount.
Careers this course leads to
- Archivist
- Heritage officer
- Museum curator
- Historical researcher
- Records manager
- History teacher
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Aberystwyth University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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