Master in History

For Master in History, tuition comes to 27,231 USD per year.

Engaging with Australian Indigenous history alongside comparative studies of English, French, and Russian societies provides the core lens through which students at La Trobe examine the forces shaping our world. This programme is designed for those who seek to understand how migration, wars, colonialism, race, and gender have fundamentally constructed cultural identities and modern institutions.

Research-Led Learning

With history and archaeology research rated ‘above world standard’ (ERA 2018), students benefit from an academic environment deeply embedded in global social science discourse. The curriculum is strengthened by the university's top 250 global ranking in social sciences, ensuring that inquiry is both rigorous and relevant to contemporary global challenges.

• Practical Experience: Students have opportunities to participate in professional placements both within Australia and internationally, bridging the gap between historical theory and real-world application.
• StudyFlex Flexibility: Many subjects are offered via the StudyFlex model, allowing students to tailor their learning experience by choosing between on-campus, online, or hybrid modes of study depending on their personal or professional needs.

Graduates emerge equipped with advanced research, communication, and problem-solving skills, pursuing diverse career paths in policy development, cultural tourism, museum curation, education, and journalism.

La Trobe University in Melbourne, founded in 1964, is a research-led institution serving around 22,000 students with a broad portfolio of academic offerings across approximately 40 program areas. La Trobe combines academic rigor with strong industry ties to deliver degrees that emphasize employability, research experience and global perspectives. The university is recognized for strengths across health, science, education and the creative and social sciences.

Students benefit from integrated practical learning opportunities, including internships, community-engaged projects and industry placements embedded within many courses. La Trobe’s international student services offer language assistance, career counseling and wellbeing programs that support academic adjustment and life in Australia. Collaborative teaching formats and research-informed coursework encourage critical thinking and cross-cultural exchange among diverse cohorts.

Melbourne’s dynamic cultural scene, startup ecosystem and professional networks make it an attractive backdrop for study and work opportunities. La Trobe supports students with accommodation guidance, scholarship pathways and practical advice on living in the city. Prospective international applicants should consult program pages and the international office for entry requirements, intake dates and tailored guidance to plan a successful study experience in Melbourne.