Colleges and Universities Offering Master of Arts in History in South Africa

The Master of Arts in History program offers advanced academic training for students interested in the study of historical events, cultures and societies. It provides in-depth research opportunities, critical thinking skills and a comprehensive understanding of historical theories and methodologies within the South African and global contexts.

Below are the possible career opportunities for Master of Arts in History graduates in South Africa:
i. Historical Consultant
ii. Policy Analyst
iii. Writer/Editor
iv. Heritage Tourism Manager
v. Non-profit Organizations
vi. Government Officer
vii. Cultural Resource Manager
viii. University Professor/Lecturer
ix. Researcher
x. Archivist
xi. Museum Curator
xii. Heritage Officer

Institutions Offering Master of Arts in History

•  Nelson Mandela University , Port Elizabeth   
  Course entry requirements:
  -Applicants must have an Honours degree in History.
  -Candidates who have passed the examinations on the grounds that they will be awarded the relevant degree by the University or on the grounds that the required status may later be granted to them, or who have in any other manner (e.g. RPL) attained a level of competence, which in Senate’s opinion is adequate for the purpose of postgraduate studies or research at the required level, may be accepted as candidates for the relevant degree.
  -Apart from the general admission requirements, a candidate may be required to fulfil further requirements, e.g. supplementary work or an oral/written examination as prescribed by Senate.
  -A prospective student must contact the relevant Head of Department or Director of School wherein his/her studies will take place, before applying for admission.
  An application for registration as a student for a postgraduate research qualification may, after approval by the Head of Department or Director of School, be processed by the Manager: Faculty Administration.
  -Where applicable, a candidate must submit a research proposal for approval by the Faculty Postgraduate Studies Committee within the prescribed minimum period as stipulated in the postgraduate research policy. Once such approval has been obtained, an official research project is registered by the Manager: Faculty Administration.
  -Unless the Faculty Postgraduate Studies Committee decides otherwise, no candidate will be allowed to continue with his/her studies if a research project has not been registered within the prescribed minimum period as stipulated in the postgraduate research policy.
  
  Course duration: 1 year
  
  Mode of study: Full time
•  Sol Plaatje University, Kimberley  
  Course entry requirements:
  -BA Honours in History with a pass mark of at least 65%. Applicants must submit a certified transcript of their academic record.
  -Particular attention will be given to the mark obtained for the independent research project undertaken at Honours level.
  -Students may be required to enrol for HHIS84124 (Historical Method and Approaches) and HIS84324 (Historiography) if they had not previously completed these modules at NQF level 8, or if it is required by the subject group and selection committee, and the Head of Department
  
  Course duration:
  -2 Years (Full-time)
  -3 Years (Part-time)
•  University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg  
  Entry Requirements:
  Masters by Coursework and Research Report:
  - A bachelors degree with honours from Wits or another university with a 65% total mark aggregate.
  
  Masters by Dissertation:
  - A bachelors degree with honours from Wits or another university with a 65% total mark aggregate.
  - A supervisor from the Faculty of Humanities must be identified and approached prior to application.
  
  
  Course Duration:
  - 1 year (Full time)
  - 2 years (Part time)
•  University of Limpopo, Polokwane  
  Course Entry Requirements:
  (a) A candidate must be in possession of a Bachelor Honours Degree in a relevant subject or
  recommendation after the interview in courses where 60% is not achieved.
  
  Course Duration:
  (a) A minimum of one year and a maximum of three years.
•  University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch  
  Specific Admission Requirements:
  • A BAHons in History.
  • A pass mark of 65% for the Honours degree.
•  North West University, Mafikeng  
  Fields:
  -Cultural History
  -Heritage and Cultural Tourism
  
  
  Course Duration: 1-3 years
•  Rhodes University, Grahamstown  
  

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