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2019/2020 University Catalog 
    
2019/2020 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

History, M.A.


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In addition to meeting the requirements for classified graduate standing and the basic requirements for the master’s degree as described in Part Four of this bulletin, the student must complete a graduate program of 30 units which includes a major consisting of at least 24 units in history from courses listed below as acceptable for the master’s degree programs, at least 21 units of which must be in 600- and 700-numbered courses. Students may elect either Plan A, requiring a thesis, or Plan B, requiring a comprehensive written examination in two fields of history chosen in consultation with the graduate adviser. For Plan B, faculty meet with the student for a one-hour oral assessment one week following the examination if further consultation is necessary.

For Those Students Electing Plan A


Students Approved for Plan B


Students approved for Plan B shall meet the same course requirements as those enrolling in Plan A, except that they must enroll in

Candidates for this Degree


Candidates for this degree must demonstrate knowledge of a relevant foreign language. Course selection and programs must be approved by the graduate adviser prior to the student’s registration.

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