History

The University of Edinburgh
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year History

About this course

This comprehensive programme allows you to take full advantage of the breadth of our research expertise.

On this programme we will help you to:

  • develop a specialised knowledge and understanding of history and its central issues

  • examine historical sources

  • evaluate existing research

  • work towards a specialised research project of your own.

    Taught by one of the largest groups of historians in any British university, you will encounter a stimulating environment in which to further your interest in practically any era of history and many regions of the world.

    By joining this programme you’ll also take part in a rich programme of events featuring our renowned academic staff and distinguished visitors from all over the world.

  • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Edinburgh

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Edinburgh

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3412 Authors, writers and translators
    3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
    4135 Library clerks and assistants
    2472 Archivists, conservators and curators
    2471 Librarians
    2115 Social and humanities scientists

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Edinburgh
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    History