About the Program
M.A. in History The Master of Arts in History at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities is designed to develop researchers proficient in historical criticism and analytical tools. Moving beyond mere storytelling, the program focuses on understanding the deep political and social contexts of past events. It is built upon three core pillars: Methodology, which ensures mastery of scientific research methods and critical thinking; Specialization, through in-depth study of specific eras—Ancient, Islamic, Medieval, or Modern and Contemporary History; and Academic Research, culminating in a scholarly thesis that offers new analytical insights or unprecedented historical discoveries by engaging directly with primary sources, documents, and manuscripts.
Vision & Mission
Vision
The vision of the M.A. in History program is to achieve academic leadership and research excellence by providing a critical and contemporary interpretation of human history. It aims to deepen identity awareness and understand past transformations through an analytical perspective that contributes to the future of historical knowledge and societal development.
Mission
The mission of the program is to qualify specialized researchers in history, equipped with the necessary methodological and critical skills to handle historical sources and documents. By upholding academic integrity and human values, the program aims to enrich scholarly research and serve the interests of society and national heritage.
Program Objectives
- • Developing students’ spirit of research and analysis by understanding the causes of historical events, their consequences, and deriving lessons and insights from them.
- • Creating a model of the teacher and researcher who is aware of their role and mission wherever they may be.
- • Preparing students who are enlightened in their field of specialization, ambitious in serving their country, confident in their identity and unity despite the ethnic and religious diversity of its population, and who translate their awareness into positive behavior characterized by high moral values.
- • Strengthening national spirit based on respect for the law and the state, rejecting the misuse of history for destruction, and believing instead in its role as a means for construction and progress.
- • The Department of History aspires to update and develop its academic programs in order to be at the forefront of keeping pace with modernity at both the Arab and global levels.
Learning Outcomes
- • Preparing a generation that believes in the moderate approach and tolerance in dealing and coexisting with different human civilizations.
- • Preparing employees to work in the public sector, such as museums, cultural bodies, the diplomatic corps, and various educational institutions.
- • Applying practical skills for teaching the subject of History in the Ministry of Education in Jordan.
- • Working on enlightening learners about the importance of historical studies in perceiving civilizational relationships and changes across different ages.
- • The student's ability to deal with historical documents and manuscripts.
- • Preparing researchers and teachers to teach the subject of History.
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Advising Plan
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