History, Classics and Archaeology at the University of Edinburgh

The School of History, Classics and Archaeology at the University of Edinburgh is a leading global centre for the study of the human past. We have been ranked 10th in the World for Arts and Humanities, 2023 QS World University Rankings.

We host an international graduate community of over 600 students, with a diverse team of academics from across the globe. Our School is the ideal environment in which to share ideas, collaborate on research, gain new perspectives, and meet like-minded individuals.

We have an active research culture that hosts regular workshops, seminars, conferences and symposia across all three subject areas, as well as many informal gatherings and events.

Edinburgh offers a stellar historical backdrop to our academic world with a thriving and diverse culture, hosting the world’s largest annual arts festival with world-class libraries, galleries, and archival repositories. Our city is consistently voted the most desirable place to live in Britain. Based in the city’s Old Town in a splendid historical building, our School is a vibrant hub of intellectual and cultural life.

A tradition of excellence in teaching, a historic location, modern facilities, and cutting-edge research from world-leading academics, makes postgraduate study at the School of History, Classics and Archaeology a rewarding and logical choice. Explore your interests and develop your skills through the diverse range of programmes available.

Courses

By choosing to study at Edinburgh’s School of History, Classics and Archaeology you will be joining one of the most successful and respected institutions of its kind in the world, with an international reputation for high-calibre teaching and research.

Our courses include:

• MSc in Archaeology
• MSc in European Archaeology
• MSc in Mediterranean Archaeology
• MSc in Human Osteoarchaeology
• MSc in Ancient Worlds (Archaeology and Classics) (Online Learning)
• MSc in Classics
• MSc in Ancient History
• MSc in Late Antique, Islamic and Byzantine Studies
• MSc in Classical Art and Archaeology
• MSc in History
• MSc in American History
• MSc in Medieval History
• MSc in Contemporary History
• MSc in Intellectual History
• MSc in Scottish History
• MSc in History (Online Learning)

Apply now to join us in September 2024

Visit our website to discover more about postgraduate study at the School of History, Classics and Archaeology.

For more information contact our Teaching Office team on: futurestudents@ed.ac.uk