Master of Arts in History
Ignite your expertise with our Master of Arts in History! We're dedicated to molding graduates with deep knowledge, advanced skills, and strong ethics in history. Join us to contribute to societal development, especially in higher education. Elevate your impact with our transformative program.
Master of Arts in History
Ignite your expertise with our Master of Arts in History! We're dedicated to molding graduates with deep knowledge, advanced skills, and strong ethics in history. Join us to contribute to societal development, especially in higher education. Elevate your impact with our transformative program.
The programme is hosted by the Department of History, Archeology & Heritage
Kyambogo University’s Master of Arts in History, a pioneering program since 2001, has undergone a comprehensive review to align with the National Council of Higher Education curriculum guidelines. This two-year coursework and dissertation-based program reflects a commitment to international standards and meets the evolving needs of Uganda’s academic landscape. The curriculum has been refined to encompass new courses, align with university codes, and address contemporary themes. As a response to global educational trends, the program places a strong emphasis on gendered African history.
General Objective:
The overarching objective of the Master of Arts in History is to produce graduates with profound knowledge, skills, and ethical practices in the discipline. This program aims to contribute to societal development, particularly in the realm of higher education.
Specific Objectives:
Equip graduates with the knowledge and skills in history necessary to navigate and contribute to a rapidly changing society.
Develop candidates’ abilities to identify, analyze, and solve complex problems in the field of history through rigorous research activities.
Foster skills in research methods, enabling candidates to conduct independent scholarly research that enriches the pool of historical knowledge.
Cultivate intellectual, ethical, and practical skills, stimulating personal academic growth and professional development.
Create a pool of human resources to meet the country’s demands, especially in Higher Education.
Target Group:
This program is designed for graduates holding a Bachelor of Arts in Arts or Social Science, a Bachelor of Arts with Education, or a Bachelor of Education with a focus on history.
In addition to the Kyambogo University General Regulations, the minimum qualification for the MA (History) shall be at least a second-class lower in Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Arts in Education, Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences, and Bachelor of Education with a major in History.
| Course Code and Name | Core Courses | L | PH | CH | CU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester I (3 Cores and 2 elective courses) | |||||
| AHS 7101: Philosophy of History | (Core) | 60 | 0 | 60 | 4 |
| AHS 7102: History Research Methodology (Core) | 60 | 0 | 60 | 4 | |
| AHS 7103: Historiography of Africa | (Core) | 60 | 0 | 60 | 4 |
| AHS 7104: Economic History of Africa up to 1880 | 30 | 0 | 60 | 4 | |
| AHS 7105: Emerging Themes in Modern African History | 60 | 0 | 60 | 4 | |
| AHS 7106: Environmental History of Africa | 60 | 0 | 60 | 4 | |
| AHS 7107: Disease and Healing in Africa | 60 | 0 | 60 | 4 | |
| Semester II (2 compulsory and 3 elective courses) | |||||
| AHS 7201: Advanced Seminar on the History of Uganda | (Core) | 60 | 0 | 60 | 4 |
| AHS 7202: A History of the African Diaspora | 60 | 0 | 60 | 4 | |
| AHS 7203: Economic History of Africa since 1880 | 60 | 0 | 60 | 4 | |
| AHS 7204: Advanced Seminar on Imperialism and Neo-Colonialism in Africa since1800 | (Core) | 60 | 0 | 60 | 4 |
| 60 | 0 | 60 | 4 | ||
| AHS 7205: Gendering African History | 60 | 0 | 60 | 4 | |
| AHS 7206: Human Rights in Sub-Saharan Africa since 1945 (Core) | 60 | 0 | 60 | 4 | |
| AHS 7207: Sino-African Relations since 1939 | 60 | 0 | 60 | 4 | |
| Part II Dissertation | |||||
| Semester 3 | 60 | 0 | 180 | 12 | |
| AHS 7208: Research and Writing | (Core) | ||||
| Semester 4 | 60 | 0 | 180 | 12 | |
| AHS 7208: Research and Writing | (Core) | ||||
| Total Credit Units | Total | 64 CU |
Upon completion of the Master of Arts in History, graduates will:
- Demonstrate profound knowledge and skills in the subject of history, adapting to the dynamics of a changing society.
- Exhibit the capability to identify, analyze, and solve complex problems in the academic field through research and practical application.
- Conduct independent scholarly research, contributing to the expansion of historical knowledge.
- Possess the ability to develop intellectual, ethical, and practical skills, enabling academic and professional success.
Graduates of this program can pursue fulfilling careers as university-level history educators, researchers, and scholars. They are well-equipped to contribute to the academic development of the nation, addressing the evolving demands of globalized education and societal needs. Opportunities also exist in research institutions, policy development, and other areas that require a deep understanding of historical contexts and methodologies.
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