COURSE CURRICULUM

The MA in History at Royal Holloway provides students with a comprehensive and flexible program designed to develop advanced skills in historical study, research, and communication. Central to the course are core modules that form the foundation of a rigorous postgraduate education. The Historian’s Toolkit: Studying and Communicating the Past equips students with essential skills for conducting historical research, critically evaluating sources, and presenting findings effectively in both written and oral formats. This module ensures that students gain the methodological expertise needed to analyze complex historical questions and communicate their insights with clarity and authority. The Dissertation module allows students to undertake an in-depth, independent research project on a topic of their choice, applying the skills and knowledge gained throughout the course. Through this extended research experience, students develop critical thinking, project management, and scholarly writing abilities, preparing them for professional careers or further academic study. Academic Integrity is embedded throughout the program, fostering ethical research practices, proper attribution, and a commitment to scholarly rigor. Collectively, these modules provide a strong foundation for students to explore historical topics with intellectual independence, engage with contemporary debates in the field, and emerge as skilled historians capable of contributing meaningfully to academia, heritage work, or other professional contexts where historical expertise is valued.