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Description
Benefits of Studying Historical Science Methodology at Heidelberg University:
Gain in-depth knowledge and research skills in historical science methodology. Develop a broad interdisciplinary approach combining traditional competencies with new cultural and instructional techniques.
Career Opportunities:
Graduates can pursue careers in research, academia, museums, archives, cultural institutions, and more.
The Master’s degree programme in History enhances and consolidates the methodological and subject-specific knowledge and skills acquired during the BA programme. This degree programme emphasizes research-oriented study and a broad interdisciplinary approach and combines traditional competencies in History studies with skills in new cultural and instructional techniques. Students learn how to conduct scientific-historical research on their own based on critical assessment of information and also learn how to work independently in areas that require skills in information science or cultural science.
Requirement
- Completed online application form
- Official transcripts from previous studies (translated and legalized if necessary)
- Proof of German language proficiency (DSH or equivalent) - may be waived based on applicant's background (Optional)
- Motivational letter explaining interest in the choice of course
- Letter of recommendation from a teacher or professor (optional)
German Student Requirements:
A university entrance qualification is the prerequisite for enrolling in a Bachelor’s/state examination degree programme at a German university. Depending on your nationality, desired degree, and the chosen subject, you may be subject to additional admission and course requirements.
International Student Requirements:
Before applying to university, familiarize yourself with the admission and course requirements. All degree programmes at Heidelberg University are access-restricted. The general requirements to enroll in an academic programme are a university entrance qualification and proof of sufficient language proficiency. Depending on the chosen degree programme, you may also need to fulfill additional admission and course requirements. Enrolment in Master’s programmes normally requires the successful completion of a previous recognized degree programme (usually a Bachelor’s degree programme). Depending on the international students’ nationality, they may require an entry visa and a residence permit to study at Heidelberg University.
Structure
The Master’s degree programme in History requires students to choose two fields, of which one shall be the specialization, from all periods, regions, and subject areas covered in the BA programme. Further, they are expected to gain in-depth knowledge of the fields in intensive, methodological, and research modules. The programme culminates in the completion of the Master's thesis in the 4th academic semester.
Fees
International students from non-EU (European Union) and non-EEA (European Economic Area - Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway) countries with a foreign university entrance qualification will be required to pay a tuition fee of EUR 1500 per semester.