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Master’s program “History of Eurasia, Russia and Eastern Europe” enables students to learn about key issues in the history of extensive evroaziatski areas, attention is focused on Russia – a unique country and the development of some Asian and Eastern European countries which form the common geopolitical area of Eurasia. Specific aspect of training is learning about the most important trends of the historical development of science devoted to the region of Eurasia and Eastern Europe and the current state of historiography. The training is based on interdisciplinary approach, aiming not only good knowledge of political, social and economic history, but also various aspects of the culture of the Eurasian historical-geographical and geopolitical space.

Masters graduates can find career in education, scientific institutes, universities, museums, archives, public administration, international relations, as well as in the Bulgarian cultural policy. Master’s degree in history of Eurasia, Russia and Eastern Europe is consistent with the increased interest in Eurasian issues in the world at the beginning of XXI century

The single honours history degree provides a high standard of training in history as an academic discipline and develops in students an in-depth understanding and appreciation of the history of Africa and Asia.

Students specialise in one of seven pathways: Africa; Near and Middle East; South Asia (the Indian subcontinent); East Asia; Asia-Pacific; the Islamic World; and the modern Third World.

The BA History course offers students different approaches to historical subject matter, interpretation and methodology—from the different perspectives of, for instance, economic history or the history of religion and culture. Undergraduate courses also follow a principle of progression.

The SOAS History Department is one of only a handful of universities to achieve the highest 5* rating in the 2001 government assessment of research in UK universities and unique in its expertise in African and Asian history.

Within the framework of the Master Programme in Economic History students can choose between a one-year master program (60 ECTS) or a two-year master program (120 ECTS). All students apply to the same program 120 ECTS. See the program curriculum for further details. The programme in economic history provides knowledge of the general history of production and distribution, population and living standards, institutions and social organisation. Economic history is not only about the past but also a way to look at the present, and the future, through the glasses of accumulated experience. The programme therefore offers abilities to carry out investigations and analyses concerning changes of social and economic conditions under different circumstances.

The programme includes core courses dealing with population and living standards, institutions and economic growth, as well as the international economy and globalisation. To these can be added optional courses within a broad range of topics. In order to provide the students with excellent abilities for independent work, methodological issues in both qualitative and quantitative terms have a central place.

Course: Social and Economic History (MA)
Degree: Magister Artium
Final Grade: MA
Fachtyp: Major
Form of study: Standalone basic studies with the first academic degree
Study Start Date: The study can be in winter and summer semester.
Standard period of study: 9 Subject Term
Minimum period of study: none
Faculty: Volkswirtschaftliche Fakultät
Group of subjects: Language and Cultural Studies
Tuition fees: The University collects a study fee of 500 euros, which it earmarked for improving the study conditions. In addition to the tuition fee is the basic contribution (formerly Student Contribution, 42 euros) will be charged.

The one-year MA in History is aimed at those who wish to specialise in a particular historical period or theme, and who wish, in the process, to acquire the skills involved in independent, creative and critical research. Uniquely in the Netherlands, the Leiden University History Department is characterised by its international orientation. The Dutch History section, for example, studies the relationship between the Netherlands and Europe and the world outside Europe. The History Department has chairs in Ancient History, Medieval History, Dutch History, Early Modern History, Contemporary History, American History, Maritime History, Social History and Economic History. In addition, the Leiden Faculty of Humanities also includes chairs in Latin American History, Turkish History, Southeast Asian History, Chinese History and Japanese History.

Studying History means taking a dive into the past, but this description fails to capture the versatile nature of the Leiden programme. To start with, students are introduced to the main fields of study: Ancient History, Medieval History, Dutch History, General and Social History and Economic History. Students choose one of these fields as their specialisation. They are then trained in using the methods and techniques of research, taught important academic skills, and given the opportunity to read and write extensively. All of this not only provides students with a deep knowledge of the field, but it also allows them to solve complicated problems independently, critically and creatively. In addition, they learn the abilty to report on their research in a transparent manner. These skills make our graduates eligible for jobs in many different areas.

Leiden University is proud of its international reputation and offers its students all the tools required to reach excellence. Special in-depth classes are offered, and there is even an honours class for extremely motivated students. In these classes, famous international historians are invited to lecture.

The Leiden programme in History offers a few unique specialisations: Naval History, Military History, European History, Minority History and American History. Studying in Leiden also means easy access to the collections of the University Library and the National Museum of Antiquities. Moreover, the National Archive and the Royal Library are only a 15-minute train ride away.
Practical Studies

Following the basic programme, the History programme can be combined with one of the ‘practical studies’ or PraktijkStudies (Management, European Union Studies or Journalism and New Media) or with other options and, possibly, an internship.