Master in History of Society

Master of Arts in History of Society (MA)

Are you interested in important social issues, and broad social science and cultural history themes then this is the master for you. True to the traditions of the school, the emphasis is on the socially relevant context.

The Master uses the knowledge from the social sciences, such as political science, philosophy and anthropology to examine complex historical issues. An international and comparative approach teaches us to identify similarities and differences in historical case studies.

In Rotterdam you learn to describe both the broad outline and the unique and specific aspects of a historical event. The combination of social sciences and the comparative approach guarantee a scientifically varied and explanatory historical image.

Intern in museums, archives, or other institutions, or do fieldwork in non-Western societies, and get a start on a policy-oriented career in government, business, the media, or education, or on an academic career.

Erasmus is a top-ranked institution in an international, forward-looking, multi-cultural city. The programme is taught by renowned faculty who give you the individual attention you need as you contribute to our understanding of a fast-changing world.

The Master in History of Society is also offered in Dutch.

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Why study a Master in History of Society in Rotterdam?

Why a Master in History of Society?

a focus on the interactions among early modern history of political thought, philosophy, legal history and on the issues and debates common to them;
the opportunity to study at a partner institution;
expert supervision by Erasmus teaching staff and, where applicable, by colleagues in partner institutions.

Career opportunities Master in History of Society

The Master in History of Society offers you a range of professional prospects in the development of policy in government, business, the media, or education, and it's a good stepping stone to a career in science.

Education objectives Master in History of Society

You learn to do historical research by developing a problem-definition statement. On the basis of selected sources and literature you can answer them independently. You can analyse current affairs and history and link them together meaningfully by carrying out social-scientific and cultural-historical research.

Target audience Master in History of Society

Independent-thinking students with a desire for learning about the history of international relations enter the Master programme History of Society. The programme appeals to scholarly students with broad interests and is the ideal basis for a career in social science, journalism, or policy-forming. A background in history/social sciences is your ideal preparation.

Admission criteria Master in History of Society

Bachelor degree in History
Other Bachelor degrees that fulfill the requirement of a combination of history and social sciences, for assessment by the Examination Board
Proven ability in English (TOEFL score 600/250/100 or IELTS 7.0)
Students who have acquired a related HBO Bachelor Degree may be eligible for a pre-master programme.

Application in Master in History of Society

The application deadline for foreign students is 15 May.

Specialisation Master in History of Society

Please see below for information about the specialisation within this Master Programme. Whether a specialisation is offered full-time or part-time, is indicated accordingly.