MA in History
(30 credits)
Our M.A. in History allows students to develop a comprehensive
program of study focusing on one of the following four areas.
- United States to 1876
- United States since 1860
- Modern Europe
- Comparative World History
The Program of Study
Students entering the program will work with their assigned advisors to create a planned program
of study tailored to their interests and goals. Program requirements include:
- HIST 501, Historiography (3 credits)
- Three 500-level History courses (9 credits)
- Two additional History courses (6 credits)
- HIST 599, Thesis (6 credits)
- Electives in related fields (6 credits)
In addition, MA in History
candidates are required to demonstrate the ability to translate material
in their field in one foreign language, except in those cases where, upon the request of a
candidate in U.S. history, a substitute skill or subject is approved by the Department.
Candidates must make application in the Department to take the language examination. Deadlines are
October 10, for the fall examination; March 10, for the spring. Please note that this policy is
subject to revision.
Candidates for the MA in History should
consult the Graduate School's
thesis handbook for important information about departmental
and school requirements.
Who We Are
For more information on the
MA in History contact:
Heather Munro Prescott
860-832-2809
Prescott@ccsu.edu
Jay Bergman
860-832-2811
Bergmanj@ccsu.edu
Or contact the History Department Chair.
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