• code Eligibility :
    • Bachelor’s Degree in any Faculty with 50% marks in aggregate and History as the main subject; OR
    • 45% marks in the subject concerned or an equivalent examination; OR
    • Master’s Degree from this or another University in a different subject or faculty with 50% marks.
  • course Duration:
    2 Years
  • course Mode of Learning:
    Online + Internship based learning

The Master of Arts (History) Degree with Internship at Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU), Meerut, uniquely integrates rigorous academic coursework in historical studies with structured professional internship exposure. Students study ancient, medieval, modern Indian, and world history while gaining practical on-site or research-based internship experience in archives, museums, heritage tourism, publishing, or historical documentation, ensuring graduates are industry-ready and prepared for dynamic careers.

Online Degree Courses -  University

ODL Degree = Regular Degree

  • As per the Regulation 22 of the UGC in 2020, ODL degrees are now regarded as equally valid and credible as traditional, offline degrees.

Program Module


Course Code Course Name Type
A050701T Historiography: Concepts, Methods, Approaches and Tools Compulsory
A050702T Research Methodology Compulsory
A050703T / A050708T Elective (Any One):
• History of Modern Europe (1789-1919) OR
• History of Indian Cinema
Elective
A050704T / A050705T Elective (Any One):
• Historical Tourism in India OR
• Legendary and Religious sites of Uttar Pradesh
Elective
A050707R Research Project Practical
Course Code Course Name Type
A050801T / A050802T Elective (Any One):
• History of Ancient India (From Earliest Times to Post Harappan Settlement) OR
• Ancient Indian Epigraphy and Numismatics
Elective
A050803T History of Ancient India (From Vedic Age to Mauryan Empire) Compulsory
A050804T History of Ancient India (From Shunga Dynasty to Rajput Era) Compulsory
A050806T / A050807T Elective (Any One):
• History of Journalism in India OR
• Socio, Economy and Cultural History and Ancient India
Elective
A050805R Research Project Practical
Course Code Course Name Type
A050901T / A050902T Elective (Any One):
• History of South India (From Sangam Age to Vijay Nagar Empire) OR
• Bhakti Movement in India
Elective
A050903T History of Medieval India (1206-1526 A.D.) Compulsory
A050904T History of Medieval India (1526-1707 A.D.) Compulsory
A050906T Political and Cultural History of Western Uttar Pradesh Compulsory
A050905R Research Project Practical
Course Code Course Name Type
A051001T / A051002T Elective (Any One):
• History of Modern India (1707-1885 A.D.) OR
• Economic History of British India (1757-1950 A.D.)
Elective
A051003T / A051004T / A051010T Elective (Any One):
• History of Modern India (1885-1950 A.D.) OR
• Heritage and Tourism OR
• Vanvasi: Their History and Culture
Elective
A051005T / A051006T Elective (Any One):
• Socio-Cultural History of Modern India (1757-1947) OR
• Women through Ages
Elective
A051007T / A051008T Elective (Any One):
• History of Modern World (1920-1960 A.D.) OR
• Important Personalities of India
Elective
A051009R Research Project Practical

Fee Structure

MA History Year 1 Year 2
Registration Fee ₹ 200/- -
Exam Fee ₹ 3,000/- ₹ 3,000/-
Course Fee ₹ 11,000/- ₹ 11,000/-
Internship Fee ₹ 5,000/- (1st Sem) ₹ 5,000/- (3rd Sem)
Total Fees ₹ 38,200/-
Note: The program includes structured industry internship mentoring and practical work evaluation in Semesters 1 and 3.

* A 5% relaxation in eligibility criteria is available for SC/ST candidates across all programs.

Admission Process

  • Apply Online

  • Submit Documents

  • Application Review

  • Fee Payment

  • Start Learning

Career Opportunities After Master of Arts (History):
  • Historian / Historical Researcher

  • Archivist & Records Manager

  • Museum Curator & Exhibition Specialist

  • Civil Services & Public Administration (UPSC / State PSC)

  • Lecturer / School Educator / Academician

  • Cultural Heritage & Historical Tourism Consultant

  • Historical Content Specialist, Media & Publishing Researcher

Graduates can also pursue Ph.D. programs, qualify UGC-NET / JRF for university lectureships, or work with archaeological, cultural heritage, and archival institutions across India and globally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any Faculty with at least 50% marks in aggregate (or 45% marks in History as a main subject or equivalent). Candidates with a Master’s degree in another subject with 50% marks are also eligible. A 5% relaxation in marks is applicable for SC/ST candidates.

Yes. Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU) is a premier state university accredited with NAAC A++ grade. Under UGC Regulation 22 of 2020, degrees earned through ODL and Online modes from recognized universities are considered fully equivalent to conventional regular degrees for government jobs, higher education, and corporate roles.

Yes. The curriculum covers Ancient, Medieval, and Modern Indian History, Historiography, South Indian History, Regional History of Western Uttar Pradesh, and Modern World History, making it an excellent foundation for UPSC and State PSC examination preparation.

In every semester, students undertake a dedicated Research Project (Practical) under academic supervision. This enables learners to gain real-world training in historical methodology, archival research, documentation, and thesis writing.

Graduates can pursue careers as historians, museum curators, archivists, civil servants, college lecturers, school teachers, heritage tourism advisors, and content researchers for publishing houses and media production companies, as well as pursue Ph.D. or UGC-NET/JRF.