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Research & Methods

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
Tu 4p.m. – 6:45p.m.		 M04-0624 History Conference Rm 3 $2557 (guest students)
Date
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
Time
Tu 4p.m. – 6:45p.m.
Location
M04-0624 History Conference Rm
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2557 (guest students)

Description

This introductory course in historical research methods is required for all tracks in the History MA program. The course will focus on archival research skills, analysis of primary sources, and the development of critical writing skills. Among the assignments, all students will complete a 20-25 page research paper in which students will utilize primary sources in order to develop an historical argument. Specific topics will vary from semester to semester based on the expertise and interests of the instructor.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024

Location

M04-0624 History Conference Rm

Enrolled / Capacity

15 / 15

Status

Waitlist

Instructor

Kelly Colvin

Prerequisites

Graduate degree student

Tuition*

$2557 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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