Geography / History, MA (Hons)

This course summary highlights two key disciplines. Geography examines the Earth's surface as a space for human habitation and activity, focusing on the diversity of physical and human landscapes and their interconnections. The programme is accredited by the Institute of Environmental Sciences and the Royal Geographical Society.History explores patterns of change and continuity in human societies over time, offering a comprehensive curriculum from medieval to modern eras and across global contexts. At Glasgow, students benefit from small-group teaching, diverse assessments such as policy papers and blogs, and personalized feedback sessions. The department supports leading research centres in areas like gender history, war studies, slavery studies, American studies, and Scottish and Celtic studies, drawing on expertise in Scottish, British, European, U.S., and global history, as well as specialized fields including slavery, gender, and war studies.