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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.		 McCormack M01-0210 3 $2557 (guest students)
Date
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
Time
Tu 4p.m. – 6:45p.m.
Location
McCormack M01-0210
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.

Prerequisites

Graduate degree student

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024

Location

McCormack M01-0210

Enrolled / Capacity

15 / 15

Status

Closed

Instructor

Kelly Colvin

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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