MSc Historical Studies

Study with us deepen your historical knowledge, understanding and awareness on a range of issues, debates, and specialist topics of historical importance and present-day resonanceassess historical themes and historiographical interpretations across a broad chronological rangedevelop your transferable skills (for example critical analysis, communication, research, organisation, and project management) necessary for employmentgain invaluable research tools and practical skills while studying a range of thematic, historiographical or theoretical topics across a broad chronological and geographical rangeundertake an original piece of research on the topic of your choosing with support from an expert in the field Why this course? The MSc in Historical Studies is a taught postgraduate Masters degree designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to progress in a range of careers and professions. It provides training in advanced research and communication skills while enabling you to develop your expertise in the key historical events, processes and issues about which you want to know more. Why study with us? Small class sizes are intended to provide experiences tailored to your interests and ambitions which ensure plenty of time working with the experts. The balance between training and historical study means you engage in upskilling for your future together with discovering more about the past. A History Masters prepares you for careers in business, government, the creative industries, education, finance, and the STEM sectors. In 2025 the AHRC recognised the strengths of the postgraduate teaching and training environment in the Department of Humanities at Strathclyde with a Doctoral Landscape Award. This £1.5 million investment will provide a pathway for MSc Historical Studies students into PhD study.

First or upper second-class Honours degree in History or overseas equivalent.