Program Requirements
The Master of History requires the completion of 48 units, of which:
A minimum of 24 units must come from the completion of 8000-level courses.
The 48 units must consist of:
12 units from the completion of the following research courses:
HIST8024 Seminar in Advanced Historiography
HIST8037 Seminar in Advanced Historical Research
A minimum of 24 units from the completion of history course from the following list:
HIST8011 Biography and History
HIST8015 Australia in the World
HIST8016 Global First Nations Histories
HIST8021 Readings in History
HIST8026 Nation and Memory: The Purposes and Politics of Remembrance
HIST8235 Seminar in European History
HUMN8027 Critical Issues in Heritage and Museum Studies
A maximum of 12 units from completion of disciplinary courses from the following list:
ASIA6037 History of Modern China
ASIA6044 Chinese History: The Imperial Period (221BC - 1800)
ASIA6272 Truth and Falsity in Indian History and Politics
CLAS8008 Topics in Classics
CLAS8022 Classics Now!
HUMN8038 Oral History and Heritage Practice and Theory
NSPO8028 History for Policymakers
Capstone Courses
[HIST8037]Admission Requirements
Applicants must present one of the following:
- A cognate Bachelor degree or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 5/7
- A Bachelor degree or international equivalent AND a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in a cognate discipline with a minimum GPA of 4/7
The GPA for a Bachelor program will be calculated from (i) a completed Bachelor degree using all grades and/or (ii) a completed Bachelor degree using all grades other than those from the last semester (or equivalent study period) of the Bachelor degree. The higher of the two calculations will be used as the basis for admission.
Ranking and English Language proficiency: At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry. In line with the University's admissions policy and strategic plan, an assessment for admission may include competitively ranking applicants on the basis of specific academic achievement, English language proficiency and diversity factors. Applicants will first be ranked on a GPA ('GPA1') that is calculated using all but the last semester (or equivalent) of the Bachelor degree used for admission purposes. If required, ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of:
- a GPA ('GPA2') calculated on the penultimate and antepenultimate semesters (or equivalent) of the Bachelor degree used for admission purposes; and/or
- demonstrating higher-level English language proficiency
Prior to enrolment in this ANU program, all students who gain entry will have their Bachelor degree reassessed, to confirm minimum requirements were met.
Further information: English language admission requirements and post-admission support
Diversity factors: As Australia’s national university, ANU is global representative of Australian research and education. ANU endeavours to recruit and maintain a diverse and deliberate student cohort representative not only of Australia, but the world. In order to achieve these outcomes, competitive ranking of applicants may be adjusted to ensure access to ANU is a reality for brilliant students from countries across the globe.
Assessment of qualifications: Unless otherwise indicated, ANU will accept all Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualifications or international equivalents that meet or exceed the published admission requirements of our programs, provided all other admission requirements are also met.
Where an applicant has more than one completed tertiary qualification, ANU will base assessment on the qualification that best meets the admission requirements for the program. Find out more about the Australian Qualifications Framework: www.aqf.edu.au.
Unless otherwise indicated, where an applicant has more than one completed tertiary qualification, ANU will calculate the GPA for each qualification separately. ANU will base assessment on the best GPA of all completed tertiary qualifications of the same level or higher.
ANU uses a 7-point Grade Point Average (GPA) scale. All qualifications submitted for admission at ANU will be converted to this common scale, which will determine if an applicant meets our published admission requirements. Find out more about how a 7-point GPA is calculated for Australian universities: www.uac.edu.au/future-applicants/admission-criteria/tertiary-qualifications.
Cognate Disciplines
Ancient History, Archaeology, History, Journalism, Museum Studies, Philosophy, Politics, Sociology, Social Sciences.
Indicative fees
Domestic Tuition Fees (DTF)
For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees
- Annual indicative fee for international students
- $54,540.00
For further information on International Tuition Fees see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/international-tuition-fees
Fee Information
All students are required to pay the Services and amenities fee (SA Fee)
The annual indicative fee provides an estimate of the program tuition fees for international students and domestic students (where applicable). The annual indicative fee for a program is based on the standard full-time enrolment load of 48 units per year (unless the program duration is less than 48 units). Fees for courses vary by discipline meaning that the fees for a program can vary depending on the courses selected. Course fees are reviewed on an annual basis and typically will increase from year to year. The tuition fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and the courses selected and are subject to increase during the period of study.
For further information on Fees and Payment please see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments
Scholarships
ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.
Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are. Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.
For further information see the Scholarships website.
The Master of History is a pathway to deepen research skills and historical expertise. Taught by world-leading researchers and prize-winning historians, the program offers a focused curriculum that builds historical knowledge and a strong grounding in historical methodologies, research skills, and historiographical developments and debates. The core curriculum is designed to acquaint students with key areas of historical inquiry while allowing them to pursue their own interests. The program offers breadth and depth of content, across the globe, and from the ancient world to the present.
Undertaking studies in the School of History allows you to work with First Nations historians to explore global Indigenous history; draw on the resources of the Australian Dictionary of Biography and National Centre for Biography to write biographical history; and work with experts to pursue interdisciplinary environmental history projects. In Canberra, the resources of the National Library of Australia, the National Archives of Australia, the National Museum of Australia, and the National Gallery of Australia are also all at your fingertips.
The Master of History is designed as a launching pad for those seeking to embark on further research, to refine their historical research and writing skills, and to pursue their passion for historical knowledge. Secondary school teachers are able to focus on areas in the national curriculum for history.
The Master of History may be completed on campus in person, but all courses have online options. Students who wish to take their degree online should enrol in the Master of History Online (MHITO). Note that student visa holders [subclass 500] cannot study more than one-third of this program online.
Career Options
ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.
We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.
Employment Opportunities
A Master of History will advance your career in government, industry, finance, politics, public relations, the services sector, teaching, the arts or in any profession requiring good management of diverse information, analytical and writing skills.
Learning Outcomes
- review, analyse, and synthesise historical materials, knowledge and theory;
- exercise critical thinking in historical theory while developing understanding of historical interpretations and debates;
- learn the technical skills needed to undertake independent historical research;
- present a clear and coherent exposition of historical ideas and materials to a variety of audiences, and
- undertake an independent research project.