Master of Philosophy in Historical Studies At KNUST

Philosophy of history, the study either of the historical process and its development or of the methods used by historians to understand their material.

Master of Philosophy in Historical Studies Degree

Masters Programmes (Full-Time) are of Two (2) Calendar Years and
(Part-Time) Three (3) Calendar Years duration.

Master of Philosophy in Historical Studies At KNUST Entry Requirement.

Applicants must have a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree with Second
Class (Upper Division) or better in History, Economics, Political Science,

Law or Sociology. Other disciplinary backgrounds will be considered.
Holders of Second Class (Lower Division) in history may be considered if
they have at least two years’ work experience in a professional supervisory
position. International applicants must, in general, meet the requirements
above and also demonstrate proficiency in English as the medium of
classroom instruction. All applications must include transcripts of all postsecondary level education received as well as three letters of
recommendation from individuals in professional capacities who are
familiar with the applicant’s potential for graduate study. The final
requirement for admission is an entry examination and a departmental
interview to determine applicants’ likelihood of academic success.