MA Medical History and Humanities

The MA in Medical History and Humanities is an exciting interdisciplinary course jointly run by the Departments of History and English.;It is also open to people with backgrounds in other humanities disciplines, as well as those with social science, science and public health backgrounds with an interest in the medical humanities.;

Postgraduate taught courses

For a postgraduate taught course such as a Masters, you would normally need a Bachelors degree from a recognised institution in a relevant subject.

Typically you would need at least the equivalent to a UK upper second class honours degree, however some courses will accept lower second class honours degrees. Actual requirements will vary by course.

• University of Jordan - a score of B, B+, GPA 3.0-3.64 (4.0) or very good is considered comparable to a UK 2:1
• Yarmouk University - a score of B, 76-83.9 or very good is considered comparable to a UK 2:1. Please consult transcript if graded out of 5.0 (you must have achieved at least 3.5 out of 5.0)
• University of Jordan - a score of C+, GPA 2.5-2.99 (4.0) or good is considered comparable to a UK 2:2
• Yarmouk University - a score of C, 68-75.9 or good is considered comparable to a UK 2:2. Please consult transcript if graded out of 5.0 (must have achieved at least 3.0 out of 5.0)

Research degrees

For a research degree such as an MPhil or a PhD, you would normally need a Bachelors degree plus either a Masters degree in a relevant subject or some experience of conducting research.

Course-specific requirements

Visit the course page for details of the entry requirements specific to your chosen course. Some courses also have additional entry requirements such as work experience or submission of written work.

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Careers and skills

You will complete this course with the academic, personal, and professional skills needed to pursue further academic research, or expand your career horizons towards health policy analysis, consultancy, or project work in the governmental and non-governmental sectors. You will also have the opportunity to engage in the vibrant research environment of the Centre for Global Health Histories and take advantage of its unique global network, resources, and events.

This course provides unique insights into health and medical policy, meaning you'll have the opportunity to better understand the links between health and social and economic development, as well as cross-cultural policy-making, via certain option modules.

Top tip: apply early and make sure you check the funding deadlines. If you're an international student it's best to apply by early July to avoid any delays in applying for your accommodation and/or visa.

1. Choose a course

Decide which course you'd like to study.

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2. Check the entry requirements

For postgraduate taught courses (MSc, MA, PG Dip, PG Cert, PGCE, Graduate Diploma and MRes) you'll need at least the equivalent of a UK upper second class honours degree (2:1). Some courses accept lower second class honours degrees (2:2) combined with relevant professional experience and/or vocational qualifications. Actual requirements vary by course.

• See the entry requirements for your course

International applicants

If you're an international applicant, you may also need to consider some additional factors including:

• English language requirements
• Visa requirements including how to get your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
• Our Pre-Masters programme if you don't meet our entry requirements.

3. Check the application deadline

Applications can be submitted year-round, but we recommend you apply as early as possible as entry to many courses is competitive.

Multiple recruitment rounds

Some courses recruit in rounds, with different deadlines throughout the year:

• MSc Accounting and Financial Management (international applicants)
• PG Certificate Health Education for Health Care Professionals (all applicants).

4. Explore your funding options

If you’re applying for funding, you normally need to hold an offer, so be sure to check the funding application processes and deadlines.

You may be entitled to a UK government loan to help fund your Masters study.

5. Complete your application

Submit an online application. You don’t need to complete your application all at once: you can start it, save it and finish it later.

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MA Social Work

If you are applying for a MA in Social Work, your main contact will be ug-admissions@york.ac.uk for any queries.

• Start your application to MA Social Work (ucas.com)
• After you have applied

PGCE applications

If you are applying for a postgraduate PGCE course, your main contact will be ug-admissions@york.ac.uk for any queries.

• PGCE courses (course information)
• Further information about applying for a PGCE

Supporting documents

We’ll let you know which documents you need to supply before you submit your online application, such as a transcript and an academic reference. Supporting documents can be uploaded during your application and after submission. You can prepare in advance using our supporting documents guide.

Paper applications

You’ll receive a quicker response from us if you apply online. However, if you are unable to do so, you can submit a paper application.

6. After you apply

Find out what happens after you've applied, including how to:

• track your application
• upload additional supporting documents
• accept your offer.

7. Get ready for your arrival

Now is the time to research your accommodation options and start planning for your arrival.

Admissions policy

We consider all applications in a fair, transparent and consistent way. Find out more about our admissions policy.