LONDON’S GLOBAL UNIVERSITY
TRANSNATIONAL STUDIES
MA /
2016/17 ENTRY
www.ucl.ac.uk/graduate/history
Transnational Studies MA /
With the advancement of communication
technology and growing political awareness of
globalisation, the impact of transnationality on our
social, cultural and economic lives has increased
dramatically. This MA is a cross-disciplinary
programme taught by specialists from different UCL
faculties.
Degree structure Mode: Full-time: 1 year; Part-time: 2 years
Students undertake courses to the value of 180 credits. The programme
consists of one core module, (30 credits), language modules (up to 30
credits) optional modules (up to 45 credits) and a research dissertation
(90 credits).
A Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits) is available.
CORE MODULES
Degree summary This MA focuses on the transnational movement of people, ideas and
goods on a global scale, and the impact of such connections on our
social, political and cultural worlds. Approaching transnationality as a
historical and contemporary phenomenon, students will be taught by
specialists in human rights, international relations, economics, health and
migration.
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Approaches to Transnational Studies: core readings, social theory and case studies
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Modern Language Module: from Beginner's or to Advanced Level
OPTIONS
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Students select up to three optional courses from a list that may include:
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Cultural Exchange: Methods and Approaches
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Consumerism and Globalisation
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International and EU Refugee Law
This cross-disciplinary programme is hosted by UCL's Centre for
Transnational History, one of the UK's leading hubs for transnational
research. The degree draws on research and teaching expertise from
across UCL, offering optional modules that are taught by social
scientists, historians and geographers, together with specialists in
languages and area studies, law, politics and international health.
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Economics of Transition
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Population and Development
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Migration and Transformation
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Comparable Peace Processes
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Security, Identity, Polarity
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Anthropology of Art and Design
UCL is situated in the heart of London, one of the world's leading
centres of cultural exchange, and home to numerous international
organisations and NGOs. Within walking distance of institutions such
as the British Library and the School of Advanced Studies, UCL offers
excellent conditions for transnational research.
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Practical Documentary Filmmaking
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Nations and States in Transnational Perspective
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Globalisation in the 20th Century
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People and Populations: an Interdisciplinary Perspective
The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures and
discussion seminars. Assessment is through unseen examinations, oral
presentations, written coursework and the research dissertation.
DISSERTATION/REPORT
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All students undertake an independent research project written up as a dissertation up to
15,000 words.
Your career The programme will equip students for further academic study of
transnational developments. It will also position students at an advantage
for careers with international organisations, the development sector and
Non-Governmental Organisations. (NB As the first cohort of students on
the Transnational Studies MA will graduate in 2013, no information about
career destinations is currently available).
Employability
The programme is strongly focused on career opportunities for students,
particularly within NGOs, the charity sector, international organisations
and development. Debates, small group seminars and tutorials help
students to acquire strong presentation and negotiation skills for their
future career. Likewise the analytical and research skills gained by
students on this programme are highly valued by employers from a range
of industries. There are many additional activities available, both within
the department and the wider UCL community, to help students focus on
employability skills whilst they are here, for example departmental
careers talks and networking opportunities with history alumni.
Entry requirements A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant
discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an
equivalent standard.
FEES AND FUNDING
// UK & EU (2016/17) entry: £9,020 (FT)
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Overseas (2016/17) entry: £18,670 (FT)
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UK & EU (2016/17) entry: £4,510 (PT)
English language proficiency level
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Overseas (2016/17) entry: £9,285 (PT)
If your education has not been conducted in the English language, you
will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English
proficiency.
Full details of funding opportunities can be found on the UCL
Scholarships website: www.ucl.ac.uk/scholarships
The level of English language proficiency for this programme is:
Advanced.
APPLICATION DATE
Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications and
test providers is provided at:
www.ucl.ac.uk/graduate/english-requirements
Your application The deadline for all applicants is 29 July 2016.
Students are advised to apply as early as possible due to competition for
places. Those applying for scholarship funding (particularly overseas
applicants) should take note of application deadlines.
When we assess your application we would like to learn:
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why you want to study Transnational Studies at graduate level
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where you would like to go professionally with your degree
why you want to study Transnational Studies at UCL
what particularly attracts you to this programme
how your academic background meets the demands of a challenging
academic environment
Together with essential academic requirements, the personal statement
is your opportunity to illustrate whether your reasons for applying to this
programme match what the programme will deliver.
Details on how to apply are available on the website at:
www.ucl.ac.uk/graduate/apply
PDF Updated: May 25, 2016
Information correct at time of going to press. See website (www.ucl.ac.uk/history) for latest information
All applicants: 29 July 2016
CONTACT
Ms Jasmine Gane
Email:
jasmine.gane@ucl.ac.uk
Telephone:
+44 (0)20 3108 4231