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Full time & Part time September MRes 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
History & Archaeology (19)

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Are you passionate about history and want to delve into a specific area of interest? Look no further than our History MScR programme. With a wide range of research interests, from medieval culture to modern global connections, you'll have the opportunity to explore topics that fascinate you. The programme structure allows for in-depth research, guided by two expert supervisors. You'll also develop essential historical research skills through dedicated courses. Our modern facilities, including study spaces and impressive book collections, provide the perfect environment for your studies. Whether you're pursuing a career or further academic study, this programme equips you with valuable transferable skills.

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Research profile

Research interests within History are extremely wide-ranging. In particular, we host expertise in:

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History, Classics and Archaeology at the University of Edinburgh

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:

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Programmes at School of History, Classics & Archaeology

American History (MSc)

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

This programme allows you to explore American History in the hemispheric sense, taking ‘America’ to mean the whole hemisphere of the Americas. Read more

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Ancient History (MSc)

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

This programme gives you the opportunity to study ancient history at an advanced level, developing your interest in the ancient world and providing excellent preparation for further graduate research. Read more

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Ancient Worlds (Archaeology and Classics) (Online Learning) (MSc)

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

Our online MSc in Ancient Worlds provides you with the opportunity to explore the human past, from early prehistory to late antiquity through a diverse range of courses and independent research. Read more

 Online  Part Time
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Archaeology (MScR)

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

The MSc by Research in Archaeology is aimed at students who have a specific topic of interest into which they wish to conduct their own research. Read more

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Archaeology MSc

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

This programme is taught by experts and specialists in fields such as. Read more

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Classical Art and Archaeology (MSc)

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

This programme studies the ancient Greek and Roman worlds from the Iron Age to the late Roman and early Christian period through their material remains including topics such as sculpture, funerary art, topography and visual cultures. Read more

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Classics (MSc)

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

This programme will give you the opportunity to study specific periods and regions of classical civilisation. You will analyse the literary significance of texts and develop your language skills in Greek and Latin. Read more

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Classics MScR

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

The MSc by Research in Classics provides a grounding in the methods and techniques of sustained research, while at the same time allowing you to pursue your own project and complete an extended thesis. Read more

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Contemporary History MSc

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

Why has the end of the Cold War not inaugurated a more harmonious world order? Do we see the continuation of old rivalries or the birth of a fundamentally… Read more

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Economic and Social History (MScR)

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

We host one of the largest economic and social history research groupings in the UK. Staff research interests are wide-ranging, including the study of. Read more

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European Archaeology MSc

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

This programme lets you explore the richness of European archaeology, a region that presents innumerable opportunities for archaeological research, through examination of a wide range of periods, geographical areas and themes. Read more

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History (Online Learning) MSc

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

This innovative online programme allows you to take advantage of Edinburgh’s remarkable range of historical expertise from the comfort of your own home. Read more

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History MSc

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

This comprehensive programme allows you to take full advantage of the breadth of our research expertise. On this programme we will help you to. Read more

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History MScR

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

Research interests within History are extremely wide-ranging. In particular, we host expertise in. Medieval history. Read more

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Human Osteoarchaeology MSc

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

Human skeletal remains are the most direct evidence of past lifeways and their scientific investigation gives unique insights into human history. Read more

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Intellectual History MSc

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

Ideas and patterns of thought always have been, and continue to be, subject to historical change. The ways in which they change, and the reasons why they do so, make for fascinating study. Read more

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Late Antique, Islamic and Byzantine Studies MSc

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

The end of classical antiquity in the Mediterranean and the Middle East witnessed the formation of polities, institutions and ideologies which define and continue to influence our world to the present day. Read more

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Medieval History MSc

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

This programme will provide you with what you need to pursue advanced research in medieval history. It will help you to expand your own research interests through small, seminar-based classes. Read more

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Mediterranean Archaeology MSc

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

The area around the Mediterranean presents many opportunities for archaeological research. This MSc allows you to explore the region through the examination of periods, geographical areas and themes. Read more

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Scottish History MSc

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

Taught by one of the largest groups of specialist Scottish historians found at any university, this programme is world leading. Read more

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Scottish History MScR

University of Edinburgh School of History, Classics & Archaeology

Here in the nation’s capital, Scottish history is taught by a strong and distinguished team, comprising six core academic staff members, plus a number of postdoctoral fellows and associated staff. Read more

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