Master in History

Founded in 1451 and located in Glasgow, the University of Glasgow is one of the United Kingdom's oldest research-intensive universities, welcoming over 34,800 students to a historic yet forward-looking campus. With nearly 300 distinct programs spanning the arts, sciences, engineering and social sciences, the university combines deep academic traditions with contemporary teaching methods. Its city setting offers a lively cultural and professional scene for student life.

Students benefit from strong research links, industry collaborations and opportunities for work-integrated learning across disciplines. The university's teaching emphasizes critical thinking and practical application, supported by modern facilities and extensive library and laboratory resources. International students find a broad choice of programs, academic support services, and active societies that foster intellectual growth and community engagement.

Prospective international applicants receive tailored guidance on admissions, scholarships and visas, alongside orientation programs that help with settling into Glasgow. The university's global alumni network and career services support transitions into employment or further study, making it an appealing choice for students who want robust academic training in a dynamic, multicultural UK city.

The Master in History at the University of Glasgow is a 4-year degree that introduces students to the study of historical change across the medieval, early modern, and modern eras. This program is for students with a Bachelor's degree who want to explore the dynamics of historical events and processes.

The curriculum covers historical change, social and cultural change, and global history, with courses that combine lectures and small seminar groups. You will examine topics such as gender history, war and intelligence studies, medieval history, and global history, and develop your understanding of traditional and new theories and methods in historical research.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Historians, Archivists, Heritage Officers, Museum Curators, or Policy Analysts, working in government agencies, museums, archives, or private companies, such as the National Archives or the BBC.