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Country House: Art, History and Literature – (M.A.)
University of Leicester
Department of History
| Application Deadline: | as early as possible | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 5,770 - ≈ € 13,720 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Leicester / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | October |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Leicester
To gain a detailed knowledge of the major issues related to the study of the country house and of the literature on the subject, and to develop an understanding of the complex and changing position of the country house in its local, regional and national environment. Teaching and assessment methods
The course is taught by a combination of seminars, lectures and field trips. The modules are assessed by two essays of 2,500 words each or by one essay of 5,000 words. There will also be a compulsory dissertation of either 20,000 or 30,000 words.
Duration and mode of study
One year full-time or two years part-time.
Contents
Course modules
* The Country House in History
* The Country House in Film and Television
* The Country House; Management, Preservation, Education
* The Country House in Literature
* The Country House and its Landscapes
* Country House Research Skills
* The Politics of the Country House
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
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Entry Requirements
Normally at least a good second-class honours degree or its equivalent. Applications from those without a degree qualification, but possessing experience in related fields, particularly in some aspect of the ‘Heritage Industry’ are welcomed. The Course Director and Admissions Tutor will usually require a qualifying essay, to ensure that the candidate can confidently work at postgraduate level.
English Language Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English, and who have not lived in a country where the first language is English for at least three years immediately before the start of their course, need to satisfy the University´s English language requirement.
* From students who take IELTS (the British Council´s International English Language Testing System), we look for an overall score of 6.0 or above for courses in Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Geography, Geology, Mathematics and Physics and Astronomy, and 6.5 or above for all other courses.
* From students who take TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), we look for 575/233/90* or above for courses in Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Geography, Geology, Mathematics and Physics and Astronomy, and 600/250/100* for all other courses. (*Scores for paper-based/computer-based/internet-based versions of TOEFL)
As well as the internationally-known IELTS and TOEFL tests, the University also accepts many other English language qualifications.
The English Language Programme for International Students
If you do not yet meet our English requirements we can help you to improve your English to the necessary standard. The University´s English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help campus-based students with the English you need for your studies.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade B (Score: 75) |
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