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This Master's program provides comprehensive courses spanning medieval to modern eras, with a focus on Scotland, Britain, Europe, and America while incorporating a growing global outlook. You'll develop historical research techniques and create a dissertation using primary sources. Glasgow's History department ranks joint 4th in the UK for research quality and influence. Our cutting-edge research informs postgraduate teaching, ensuring you engage with contemporary historical topics.
Glasgow serves as an exceptional center for historical study. The University Library houses extensive printed and manuscript collections from medieval times to today. Students can also access the Baillie Collection's resources on Scottish, Irish, and English history. The Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery offers primary materials in areas like fine art, coinage, and cultural studies. The research methodologies you'll acquire provide versatile skills for careers in both public and private sectors, including heritage management, media, and education. This program also prepares students for doctoral research.