History M.A.
The Master of Arts degree in history emphasizes instruction in the following areas: (1) European History; (2) United States History; and (3) World History. The program is designed for students wishing to pursue graduate study in history. It may also serve those who wish to pursue elementary, secondary, or junior college teaching careers; those who wish to work in public history; and those for whom a graduate degree in history can further their professional or personal goals.
Master of Arts in History--Total Semester Hours=36
Admission Requirements
- A baccalaureate degree in History from an accredited college or university or a baccalaureate degree outside of History that includes a minimum of 12 semester hours of upper-division History courses.
- An original historical research or humanities-based paper or essay, not exceeding ten pages. This sample should demonstrate the applicant’s ability to conduct historical research, analyze sources, and present arguments effectively in writing;
AND
One letter of recommendation from an individual familiar with the applicant’s academic preparation and potential for graduate-level scholarship.
OR
A satisfactory score on the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) in place of a writing sample and letter of recommendation.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 on all prior upper-division work.
4+1 Master of Arts in History
Undergraduate students in History may choose this program to have the option of completing a Master’s degree in one additional year. Students may choose the Non-Thesis route (Option II) under this program and they are required to take 9 credits of graduate-level courses (electives) in their senior year. Students interested in this program must obtain department approval to enroll in this program. Students with a minimum GPA of 3.49 will be provisionally admitted to this program in the fall semester of their senior year and will receive full admission to the graduate program after they complete all BA (or BS) graduation requirements. Students must obtain an average “B” grade in all the graduate-level courses taken during their senior year
Degree Requirements
A total of 36 semester hours of graduate work is required. A student may transfer a maximum of six semester hours of graduate work in which a grade of “B” or better has been earned from approved institutions. All transfer work is subject to approval by the student’s advisor. No more than six semester hours in independent study courses and six semester hours in travel/study courses may be applied to this degree.
Option I: Master of Arts Degree in History (With Thesis).
Option II: Master of Arts Degree in History (Without Thesis).
Research Seminar (3 hours)
Historiography (3 hours)
Thesis (Option I only) 6 hours
Reading Seminars - one in each of the following areas (9 hours)
| European History |
Before 1715 or since 1715
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| United States History |
To 1877 or since 1877 |
| World History |
African History or Latin American History |
Other History Course Electives (15-21 hours)
| Option I |
15 hours |
| Option II |
21 hours |
Graduation Requirements
- A cumulative grade point average of 3.0 in all graduate history work attempted.
- Successful completion of a thesis (Option I) or of written comprehensive examination (Option II).
- Foreign language - Option I students whose thesis topic focuses on a country where English is not the primary language must complete twelve credit hours or demonstrated reading knowledge of a single foreign language.
Certificate - Dual Credit in US History
Students who hold a master’s degree in another discipline and who complete 18 Semester Credit Hours (SCH) in assigned US History graduate courses at UT Tyler fulfill faculty qualifications to teach lower-level college courses in US History. Students who complete the MA degree in History may earn the Certificate as part of their degree.
Certificate - Dual Credit in World History/Civilizations
Students who hold a master’s degree in another discipline and who complete 18 Semester Credit Hours (SCH) in assigned World History graduate courses at UT Tyler fulfill faculty qualifications to teach lower-level college courses in World History/Civilizations. Students who complete the MA degree in History may earn the Certificate as part of their degree.