History of Inequality and Power (MA)
Frequently asked questions
On this page you will find an overview of frequently asked questions about the Master's specialisation History of Inequality and Power.
Can I also pick this specialisation within the Research Master History?
As a Research Master student, you are free to pick courses from the various MA History specialisations. You are free to choose to only follow courses within one specialisation such as History of Inequality and Power.
Can I study political historical topics within this specialisation?
Certainly. Political history, along with socio-economic history, is an important part of this programme.
If I obtained a Dutch VWO or Gymnasium-diploma, do I still need to pass an English language proficiency-test?
No, you don't. For more information, please visit the admission requirements page.
Other questions?
Admission and application questions
For information on admission requirements and the application procedure, please check our admission and application pages.
For questions about your admission and registration, please contact the Student Affairs Front Office. You can reach them by phone at 071 527 80 11 (available between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM on weekdays) or submit your question using the online contact form.
Questions about the programme
Are you seriously considering studying the Master's specialisation in History of Inequality and Power? Do you have any questions that aren't answered on this website? Then you can email your question to the study advisor.
Study Advisor
Sabine van Veelen
Email: mahistory@hum.leidenuniv.nl
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