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History/History of Art - MA (Hons)

University of Glasgow

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  • Qualification

    Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Glasgow - Gilmorehill (Main) Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

The study of history is the study of change and continuity in human society through time. Glasgow offers a wide-ranging programme from medieval to modern times. Our teaching draws on world-leading research expertise in: Scottish, British, European, U.S. and global history, Slavery studies, Gender history, War, intelligence and genocide studiesWe offer a broad range of courses ranging from medieval to modern times and across the globe. We provide small group teaching, a variety of assessments (including real-world tasks like policy papers and blogs) and one-to-one feedback tutorials. We host leading research centres in gender history, war studies, slavery studies, American studies and Scottish and Celtic studies.You will be introduced to the study of historical change across the medieval, early modern and modern eras through the lens of Scottish history, followed by a closer look at the dynamics of medieval Europe and its interactions with its neighbours. Forces driving continuity and change in politics, society, economy and culture are assessed over time. These courses combine lectures with small seminar groups. You will examine social and cultural change in the early modern and modern era in Europe, followed by a thematic exploration of global history, tracing people, ideas and empires across national boundaries. You will engage with historical skills and approaches, readying you for Honours study.As a History graduate you will be able to enter many different careers, from the heritage sector and teaching to consultancy, management and financial services. Our recent History graduates have been employed by: HarperCollins, Police Scotland, Oxfam, Glasgow Museums, organ Stanley.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 25,290per year

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University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow

  • University League Table

    31st

  • Campus address

    University of Glasgow - Gilmorehill (Main) Campus, University Of Glasgow, University Avenue, Glasgow, Glasgow, City Of, G12 8QQ, United Kingdom

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A wide range of international scholarships are available, including Global Excellence scholarships.
Meet students from across the university with over 300 clubs and societies available – ranging from international student societies to the Baking Society.
Pre-sessional English language provision is available prior to starting university, with English language support options for the duration of study.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Art & Design

    3rd out of 83 1

    20th out of 90 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    223 98%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    89.0 89%

    1st

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    2.68 67%

    83rd

    1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    200 98%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    38th

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.13 78%

    60th

    3

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