Economic & Social History / Psychology (SocSci), MA (Hons)

Economic and Social History examines how societies evolve in economic activities and social organization, focusing on past ways of living and working and their impact on the modern world. Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior, exploring how people think, act, react, and interact to aid individuals and address broader societal issues through research and practice.At the University of Glasgow, students engage with expert faculty in experimental psychology, cognitive science, and neuroscience, fostering interdisciplinary connections (including languages and study abroad) within a vibrant community. The Psychology Society hosts away days, events, and team-building activities. Graduates develop critical thinking, logical expression, and analytical skills, pursuing diverse careers in management, retail, government, media, IT, teaching, libraries, social work, health, education, clinical/occupational psychology, counseling, data science, AI, robotics, and higher education research.