Overview

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

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

You will advance your knowledge and understanding of selected topics in history, as well as enhance your skills in independent research, critical analysis, and both oral and written presentations.

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.

You’ll have a range of courses to choose from, enabling you to tailor your degree to your interests and ambitions.

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

Career opportunities

Many students are attracted to the MSc in History as an advanced qualification that may be valued by a range of employers; a more specialised supplement to their undergraduate degrees that could set them apart in a crowded job market. Others are interested in pursuing academic careers and see the MSc as preparation for a PhD, while some are considering an academic career as a possibility and use the MSc to establish whether it is the right career choice.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Historical Methodology

Developing Historical Research

A Modern History of Demographic Angst and Population Control

An uncertain world: the West since the 1970s

Art and Cultural Exchange in Mughal India 1500-1900

Beyond Feudalism: Economy and Society in the Global Middle Ages

Capitalism and Slavery

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, a minimum US 3.25 GPA or international equivalent, in History or another humanities or social science subject with a significant historical component.

We will also consider an honours degree in another subject if you have relevant experience, or professional or other qualifications.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

32000 GBP / year

≈ 32000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

13700 GBP / year

≈ 13700 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time per year

Home: £6,850

International/EU: £16,000

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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