Master's Programme in Early Modern History

About this programme

The Master's Programme in Early Modern History will increase your appreciation and understanding of the late Medieval and Early Modern world (roughly 1350–1850) and give you the theoretical and research skills needed to conduct independent historical research. In this period there is much that seems strange and repulsive to us. At the same time, this is when many developments that helped form the basis of modern society started to emerge. Expand the information below to show details on entry requirements, programme-specific documents, selection criteria and tuition fees. A Bachelor's degree, equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen, from an internationally recognised university. The main field of study must be within the humanities or social sciences. Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6. This requirement can be met either by achieving the required score on an internationally recognised test, or by previous upper secondary or university studies in some countries. Students are selected based on an overall appraisal of previous university studies and a statement of purpose. Tuition fee-paying students and non-paying students are admitted on the same grounds but in different selection groups. In addition to the general supporting documents, you also need to submit a programme-specific application summary sheet . Check the application guide for information on how to apply and what other supporting documents you need to submit. Looking back on the period 1350–1850, we are often struck by phenomena that may seem distant or unfami