Master of Arts - History

Bridgetown, Saint Michael, Barbados•THE 2026 #1201-1500

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University of the West Indies offers Master of Arts - History, a master's degree in History programme in Bridgetown, Barbados. The programme runs for 2 years.

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Degree: Master's Degree

Field: History

Duration: 2 years

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Last checked October 2026 · Source: cavehill.uwi.edu ·

Program details

Overview

This master's sharpens the transferable skills history graduates are known for: analysing events with rigour, building clear written and oral arguments, and drawing sound conclusions from primary research. Because people naturally carry ideas about the past into the present, the programme treats historical inquiry as a tool for understanding how societies got here, not simply a record of dates and names. Students complete six semester-long courses and a research paper of ten to fifteen thousand words. Admission normally requires at least Lower Second Class Honours, with a B average across four history courses at the second or third undergraduate year; applicants who fall short may instead sit a qualifying examination. Those who do not satisfy the standard route can petition under exceptional circumstances.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Admission normally requires at least Lower Second Class Honours, with applicants expected to have averaged a B grade across at least four history courses at the second or third undergraduate year. Those who do not meet this standard may, in exceptional cases, be admitted by passing a qualifying examination.

Application Details

Start Date: August 2026

About University of the West Indies

“Oriens Ex Occidente Lux”

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Suburban

Founded: 1963

Students: 8,000

THE rank: #1201-1500

Programs: 182

Location: Bridgetown, Saint Michael, Barbados

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Master of Arts - History award?

University of the West Indies awards a Master's Degree in the field of History on completion of this programme.

How long does Master of Arts - History take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

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