Newcastle University

Master in Public History

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom 1.5 years Taught in English Open to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • Tuition 25% below the typical master's
  • No application fee

About Master in Public History

Tuition fees for Master in Public History are 20,000 USD per year.

This innovative course develops the core attributes of today’s public historian through a flexible toolkit that includes research and communication skills, cultural competency and empathy. On this innovative course you’ll: **Gain** an advanced level appreciation of the theoretical and analytical frameworks that historians bring to their subject. **Discover** the varieties of approaches to understanding, constructing and interpreting the past in the present, and how wider publics engage with these processes. **Understand** the methodologies and sources used by specialists in the field of public history, and the ethical, practical, and analytical choices that accompany historical study and interpretation. **Explore** public history concepts and practices including shared authority, collaborative working environments, and reflexivity. **Engage** with diverse audiences by working collaboratively with institutions and communities. **Benefit** from a team of experts and guest lecturers who are leading practitioners in our local and global networks. You’ll spend a third of your time working on a guided public history project. This could involve working alongside practitioners in the popular history field. This may include: - freelance public historians - cultural organisations - charities - archivists - publishers - TV and radio producers Next: Get in touch

About Newcastle University

Newcastle University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne in the United Kingdom, is a research-led institution with a large and diverse student community. The university combines strong academic programs across sciences, humanities, engineering and health with active research centers and partnerships. International students are well represented on campus, which promotes a global learning environment and a broad range of student services to support academic success and personal development.

Students at Newcastle benefit from modern facilities, industry connections and opportunities for practical learning through placements and research projects. The university emphasizes employability and supports career preparation with dedicated services, internships and links to regional and national employers. Academic staff work closely with students to foster applied skills, critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Newcastle upon Tyne offers an energetic city life, affordable living compared with larger UK cities and excellent transport links to the rest of the country. International students can enjoy cultural events, a welcoming local community and opportunities for part-time work and volunteering. For those seeking a research-active university with strong student support and clear pathways into professional life, Newcastle University is a compelling choice.

This program's tuition is 25% below the typical master's in the United Kingdom.

Median tuition for that cohort is 27,163 USD, across 14,968 programs on Global Admissions.

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English Test Requirement

IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)

Master in Public History: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the fees for Master in Public History?
Tuition: USD 20,000 per year.
Is Master in Public History available online?
This is an on-campus program at Newcastle University in Newcastle upon Tyne.

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