Master's Degree History Full Time

Master of History (Advanced)

at Australian National University · Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

CRICOS course code

082307B

CRICOS provider code

00120C

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$107,650 total

Per year

A$53,825/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of History (Advanced) at the Australian National University equips students with advanced expertise in historical research, analysis and interpretation. Covering a diverse range of periods, places and themes, the course fosters deep engagement with both Australian and global contexts. Students develop sophisticated skills in historiography, critical thinking, and the application of research methodologies—essential for academic, policy, and cultural sectors.

The programme is structured over two years of full-time study (or part-time equivalent) and comprises a series of core and elective units of study. Each unit carries a set number of credit points that contribute to the overall completion requirement. The advanced stream integrates a substantial research component, including a supervised thesis or capstone research project, allowing students to investigate a specialised area of historical interest in depth. This not only prepares graduates for doctoral research but also for research-intensive roles outside academia.

Opportunities for work-integrated learning, such as placements in cultural institutions, libraries, or public sector agencies, enable students to apply their academic learning in professional environments. The course is suited to those with a strong undergraduate background in history or the humanities, and to professionals seeking to upgrade their research credentials or pursue a career pivot into the historical field. Confirm all details, including specific admission requirements and structure, on the official ANU website.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Historian in government, museums, or heritage organisations
Policy analyst in public sector or NGOs
Curator or research officer in cultural institutions
Academia and higher education
Content specialist for media, publishing, or digital archives
Opportunities in Canberra’s national institutions and heritage sector

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of History (Advanced) at Australian National University?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$107,650 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Historian in government, museums, or heritage organisationsPolicy analyst in public sector or NGOsCurator or research officer in cultural institutionsAcademia and higher educationContent specialist for media, publishing, or digital archivesOpportunities in Canberra’s national ins...

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