Economic & Social History / Scottish History, MA (Hons)

Economic and Social History examines how societies evolve in their economic activities and social structures, focusing on past ways of living and working and their impact on the modern world. It explores change and continuity in human society over time, with Scottish History specifically addressing Scotland’s past.At the University of Glasgow, students engage with leading experts in Scottish History across medieval to modern periods, join a vibrant community, and pursue interdisciplinary connections including languages and study abroad. The Centre for Scottish & Celtic Studies fosters crossdisciplinary research, encouraging student involvement. Graduates develop critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills, securing roles in industry management, retail, finance, government, media, IT, teaching, libraries, museums, archives, and social services—recent employers include Glasgow Museums, HarperCollins, Oxfam, Morgan Stanley, and Police Scotland.