Economic and social history has always formed an important part of the teaching and research within the University of Cambridge's History Faculty. It is widely regarded as one of the best in the world with much pioneering work in social history, demographic history, financial history and the history of economic thought being done here. The MPhil in Economic and Social History provides extremely thorough training in statistical and social science methodology while building on other strengths such as an emphasis on researching economic relations and institutions as cultural phenomena.
The MPhil in Economic and Social History combines taught and research elements over an 11-month full-time programme which includes taught modules, training in social science research methods encompassing quantitative and qualitative analytical tools, and a long piece of independent research (15,000–20,000 words).
Throughout the course, students will be supervised by a dedicated member of staff, who will guide their research towards the completion of an original historical subject chosen and developed by them. In addition, students will benefit from Cambridge’s vibrant research environment, attending and participating in seminars, workshops, and other events throughout the year.
The course is designed for those who have completed degrees in which history is the main or at least a substantial component and who want to consolidate their knowledge of economic and social history. It is particularly appropriate for those who may wish to continue to a PhD, at Cambridge or elsewhere, but it is also well-suited for those who seek simply to explore economic and social history at a deeper level.
The MPhil in Economic and Social History is an 11-month full-time programme which combines elements of formal teaching with independent research. Students on the MPhil will join a group of researchers of all levels within the field of economic and social history, allowing them to integrate into the research culture at Cambridge.
The teaching for the MPhil consists of a ‘core’ module for all Economic and Social History students, and two ‘option’ modules from a list published by the Faculty.
The options offered each year vary. An illustrative list of options previously offered in economic and social history includes:
All students will also attend several short courses through the Cambridge Research Methods (CaRM) programme, which provide students with a broad range of quantitative and qualitative research methods skills that are relevant across the social sciences. These are not examined by the Faculty, but are a compulsory part of the training required for the MPhil in Economic and Social History.
In addition to the above, students will attend the weekly Economic and Social History research seminars and workshops, which prepare students for presenting their work to an academic audience.
Students will receive regular constructive feedback throughout the MPhil.
Students can expect to receive:
Applicants for this course should have achieved a High II.i Honours Degree .
If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.
Please be aware that this is the minimum criterion for academic results, and that attaining this minimum does not assure admission to the MPhil. Admissions are fiercely competitive and many students who meet the minimum standard are not accepted onto the MPhil.
You will normally be expected to have taken a substantial number of history courses at university level and to have a sound background in the period covered by the course. Most applicants are completing or have completed degrees in history or a cognate discipline.
University Minimum Academic Requirements
Score : Grade A & B (overall score of 193, with no element lower than 185 plus a Language Centre assessment)
Score : Grade A, B, or C (with at least 200 with no element lower than 185).
| QS 综合 | 院校 | 学制 | 学费 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 第 4 位 | 牛津大学University of Oxford | 2年 | 46350英镑/年 |