About this course
University of Leicester offers History MA as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in History. Based in Leicester, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £19,400 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall. The next intake is Term 1 (September), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
Students need a 2:1 degree in history or another relevant discipline. We also welcome applicants who do not have a degree but who can show enthusiasm and competence by having attended relevant certificated courses, by submitting published work or by writing qualifying essays to a first degree standard.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Term 1 (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
