Study with us - undergraduate
Studying history – the story of humanity through the ages – develops our knowledge of the past to better understand the present.
Come and study with us if you are curious about how the world got to where it is today. You will explore histories of conflict, health, class, race, gender, migration, empire and nationalism across a range of geographical areas, including Scotland, Britain, Europe, Ireland, Russia, the Americas, Africa and South Asia.
Studying History equips students with excellent transferable skills, from evidence-based analysis to problem-solving and communication, that are very attractive to a range of employers.
Study with us - postgraduate
We currently have two postgraduate taught courses: History (MSc) and Diplomacy and International Security (MSc).
The MSc History programme offers an advanced level study of history, deepening your knowledge and understanding of a range of issues and debates of historical importance and present-day resonance. You will develop excellent transferable skills (evidence-based analysis, communication, interpretation, project management) and undertake an original piece of research on the topic of your choosing with support from an expert in the field.
The MSc in Diplomacy and International Security is a truly interdisciplinary experience, drawing upon academic expertise from History, the Department of Government and Public Policy and The Strathclyde Law School. This programme is distinctive as it offers students an historical understanding of contemporary issues and enables them to develop an in depth knowledge of diplomacy, theory and practice, and to examine key international security concerns as diverse as terrorism, cyber security and climate change.
Postgraduate research
A number of options are available in this area. You can study an MPhil or an MRes over the course of one year or a PhD over the course of three years.
We'll enrol you on our Postgraduate Certificate in Researcher Professional Development programme (PgCert RPD) as part of your PhD.
Find out more about postgraduate research opportunities in History.
Research
History at the University of Strathclyde has a long tradition of the highest quality research in its field.
We're ranked second in Scotland, and ninth in the UK, by the Times Higher Education Supplement for research intensity.
Take a look at our research areas:
You can also find out more about our History academic staff and research teams.
