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MA in the History of Art (by Research)

University of York

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    York campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    JAN

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

This degree is designed for students who have already identified a specific research topic and who wish to focus exclusively on writing a thesis, working with a particular supervisor in our department.

Assessment

The MA by research consists of a 30,000-word thesis, researched and written over a period of one year full-time or two years part-time.

Examiners

The dissertation is the sole component of this degree; there is no taught element. It is read by one external and one internal examiner. The external is an expert in the field in which the dissertation is written.

Research proposal

The most important aspect of the research degree application is the research proposal of around 350 words. Applicants should discuss their topic and proposal with potential supervisor(s) prior to submitting an application, to establish whether the topic appears viable and a supervisor is available. The potential supervisor may require written work or request a meeting with the applicant either prior to or after a formal application. Preliminary support from a potential supervisor is normally a prerequisite for application, although it does not guarantee admission.

Sample of writing

All research applicants should submit one sample of academic writing, c. 1500 words in length. Where possible the subject matter should concern art history, but if your background lies in other areas, we would welcome work in another field such as literature or history.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 24,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of York

University of York

University of York

  • University League Table

    17th

  • Campus address

    York campus, Heslington, York, York, YO10 5DD, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    History of Art, Architecture & Design

    6th out of 21

  • Entry standards

    / Max 192
    154 80%

    12th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    2nd

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.00 75%

    15th

    3

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