General information
This degree programme combines some of the coursework elements of a taught MA or MSc, with a longer Dissertation which, unlike taught Masters’ programmes, must be started at the beginning of the course. The aim of the programme is to provide highly qualified and competent students who have a clearly focussed research interest with the opportunity to complete a Master’s degree with more focus on that interest and fewer compulsory taught courses, without requiring the time or commitment necessary to complete an MPhil or PhD.
Students must complete an appropriate taught course in Research Methodology, either in the history area or the policy area, and two other courses. The degree will be a key step on the career path of anyone wishing to pursue an academic career in maritime history, maritime policy, maritime commerce, or maritime defence and security studies. At the end of this degree, successful students may wish to register for a doctoral programme, since this MA provides a useful taster of research training and experience for those considering this route.
Content
- One research skills course, either: Research Skills in Maritime Policy (15 credits) or Research Skills and Case Studies for Maritime Historians (30 credits).
- Research Dissertation (up to 40,000 words) (120 credits)
- The remaining 30 or 45 credits (depending on which research skills course is chosen) should be chosen from the following option courses: Maritime Business Environment (15 credits); Defence & Security (15 credits); Environmental History and the Sea (15 credits); Case Studies in Maritime Policy (15 credits); Challenges in 21st Century Maritime Policy (15 credits); Public Shipping Law (30 credits); Economics of International Shipping (15 credits); The Nature of Global Maritime Security (15 credits); Maritime Crime (15 credits); Marine Insurance (15 credits); Environment, Energy and Equipment (15 credits); The Emergence of a World Power: Britain and the Maritime World 1688-1914 (30 credits); The Transfer of Power: International Maritime History 1914 to the late 20th Century (30 credits); International Fisheries History (15 credits).
Career options. Academic or academic-related careers, journalism or PR in maritime history, maritime policy, maritime business, economics and commerce, maritime defence and security.
The aims of the programme are:
- To provide students who already have a clearly focussed research interest with the opportunity to complete a research-focussed Master’s degree in the minimum possible time
- To provide a stepping stone enabling rapid transfer from predominantly taught study to self-directed research and an academic career
- To produce a high-quality and substantial piece of written work suitable for publication.
Content
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Venue
London, United Kingdom
Department of History, Politics & Social Sciences
Greenwich Campus
UK students enquiries: courseinfo@greenwich.ac.uk
International/EU students enquiries: international@greenwich.ac.uk
Application
Click here to apply: http://www2.gre.ac.uk/study/apply
Cost:
<p><strong>Tuitition fees:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Full-time fee per programme: </strong>£13,500</li> <li><strong>Part-time fees per 30 credits: </strong>£1,685</li> </ul>
Prerequisites:
Applicants should have:
A good honours degree (2.1 or above), or an equivalent qualification.
* Acceptance will depend on the presentation of a suitable research proposal of 500 words, and confirmation that the department has staff available who are equipped to supervise the proposed research topic.
* UK-based applicants are interviewed prior to acceptance. If English is not your first language, we require an IELTS score of at least 6.5, but we strongly advise applicants to aim for a score of 7.5 in order to cope with the programme.
* Applications and progress are also monitored by the University's Research Degrees Committee and, where applicable, the Research Ethics Committee.
Application Procedure:
You can apply using the online application form or via one of the in-country representatives. EU applicants are also able to apply through an authorised in-country representative. International applicants can apply via an authorised in-country representative or direct to the university with the online form. In order for the university to assess your suitability to the programme, you will need to submit a completed application, including your full academic transcripts, any English language qualifications and references.
Grant Opportunities:
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Qualification
Assessment:
Students are assessed through a variety of coursework and presentations.
Qualification: Master of Arts
Credits:
This degree programme combines some of the coursework elements of a taught MA or MSc, with a longer Dissertation which, unlike taught Masters’ programmes, must be started at the beginning of the course. The aim of the programme is to provide highly qualified and competent students who have a clearly focussed research interest with the opportunity to complete a Master’s degree with more focus on that interest and fewer compulsory taught courses, without requiring the time or commitment necessary to complete an MPhil or PhD.
Students must complete an appropriate taught course in Research Methodology, either in the history area or the policy area, and two other courses. The degree will be a key step on the career path of anyone wishing to pursue an academic career in maritime history, maritime policy, maritime commerce, or maritime defence and security studies. At the end of this degree, successful students may wish to register for a doctoral programme, since this MA provides a useful taster of research training and experience for those considering this route.
Content
- One research skills course, either: Research Skills in Maritime Policy (15 credits) or Research Skills and Case Studies for Maritime Historians (30 credits).
- Research Dissertation (up to 40,000 words) (120 credits)
- The remaining 30 or 45 credits (depending on which research skills course is chosen) should be chosen from the following option courses: Maritime Business Environment (15 credits); Defence & Security (15 credits); Environmental History and the Sea (15 credits); Case Studies in Maritime Policy (15 credits); Challenges in 21st Century Maritime Policy (15 credits); Public Shipping Law (30 credits); Economics of International Shipping (15 credits); The Nature of Global Maritime Security (15 credits); Maritime Crime (15 credits); Marine Insurance (15 credits); Environment, Energy and Equipment (15 credits); The Emergence of a World Power: Britain and the Maritime World 1688-1914 (30 credits); The Transfer of Power: International Maritime History 1914 to the late 20th Century (30 credits); International Fisheries History (15 credits).
You can apply using the online application form or via one of the in-country representatives. EU applicants are also able to apply through an authorised in-country representative. International applicants can apply via an authorised in-country representative or direct to the university with the online form. In order for the university to assess your suitability to the programme, you will need to submit a completed application, including your full academic transcripts, any English language qualifications and references.
Students are assessed through a variety of coursework and presentations.
Career options. Academic or academic-related careers, journalism or PR in maritime history, maritime policy, maritime business, economics and commerce, maritime defence and security.
The aims of the programme are:
- To provide students who already have a clearly focussed research interest with the opportunity to complete a research-focussed Master’s degree in the minimum possible time
- To provide a stepping stone enabling rapid transfer from predominantly taught study to self-directed research and an academic career
- To produce a high-quality and substantial piece of written work suitable for publication.
Applicants should have:
A good honours degree (2.1 or above), or an equivalent qualification.
* Acceptance will depend on the presentation of a suitable research proposal of 500 words, and confirmation that the department has staff available who are equipped to supervise the proposed research topic.
* UK-based applicants are interviewed prior to acceptance. If English is not your first language, we require an IELTS score of at least 6.5, but we strongly advise applicants to aim for a score of 7.5 in order to cope with the programme.
* Applications and progress are also monitored by the University's Research Degrees Committee and, where applicable, the Research Ethics Committee.
