The M.A. in history program supports students who want to expand their knowledge of the historical discipline, while practicing critical investigation through research and writing.<br>Scholarly understanding of the discipline of history demonstrated in written work and in seminars.<br>Demonstrated comprehension of historiography and methods. Demonstrated ability to frame scholarly questions.<br>Knowledge and ability to write analytically and historiographically in three fields demonstrated in three examination essays.<br>Ability to frame a research question and present scholarly finding demonstrated in a thesis and thesis oral examination.