MA (Hons) Economic and Social History/History in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Glasgow

Economic and social history examines how societies transform through their economic systems and social structures. This field explores past lifestyles and labor practices, revealing their influence on contemporary society.
At Glasgow, Economic and Social History presents an engaging perspective on socioeconomic evolution. Our focus lies in interpreting historical living conditions and their lasting impact on modern global development. As the historical dimension of social sciences, we employ interdisciplinary approaches drawing from history, economics, and sociology.
The University of Glasgow's Q-Step Centre provides five specialized degree programs combining quantitative training with social and political sciences. These programs develop crucial skills for interpreting social phenomena through data analysis, result presentation, and substantive discussion. You'll acquire expertise in evaluating academic research, media statistics, and government data, with approximately 25% of coursework dedicated to quantitative methods. Additionally, our programs feature internship opportunities with leading organizations.

Our alumni develop strong analytical abilities, articulate communication skills, and effective time management. They pursue diverse careers across multiple sectors including corporate management, financial services, public administration, education, cultural institutions, media, IT, and social services.