Scottish Historical Studies

Why study History at Dundee?

At Dundee we believe in research-led teaching. That is to say, historians create modules around their areas of interest or the historical problems on which they are working. We regularly update our curriculum to reflect cutting-edge research.

All our lecturers are internationally-recognised experts in their fields, and we are currently rated as the top history department in Scotland for the proportion of world-class and internationally excellent research (in the RAE2008 national rankings).

You will be joining a dynamic and friendly environment, and we offer a broad training which will benefit you in your later career.

History at Dundee is both rigorous and enjoyable. Students recently described our modules as 'inspirational', 'intellectually challenging', 'enjoyable and above all informative'. Our teaching staff are all highly committed to ensuring that you achieve your full potential as a historian.

Who studies History?

If you have a curiosity about the past, an enquiring and analytical mind, a desire to form your own independent judgements and enjoy a lively and academically rigorous debate, History is for you.

The History programme at Dundee "is one that cares about its students and does its utmost to help and make students feel welcome".
Recent graduate comment

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Evidence-based study

From the very start of your studies, you will be analysing various kinds of historical evidence, including written and oral evidence, maps, and visual images. You will benefit from our close links with the University's Archives, Records Management and Museum Services, and you will be able to examine many original historical sources first-hand. You will also learn about historical debates and how to form your own judgements about complex problems.

"All the modules I have taken have proved to be intellectually stimulating. My degree studies have improved my confidence particularly in public speaking and communication. I have become more open minded and critical in my outlook on perceived historical facts and can now form my own opinions."
Final year student comment from the National Student Survey 2010

Field Trips

Field trips are offered on several modules, and there have been recent excursions to Madrid, Prague, and North America, as well as more local places like Dundee's historic dockyards. Visits are organised alongside our active Student History Society.

• MA History
• MA Scottish Historical Studies

• MA History and American Studies
• MA History and Business Economics with Marketing
• MA History and Economics
• MA History and English
• MA History and European Studies
• MA History and Geography
• MA History and International Relations
• MA History and Philosophy
• MA History and Politics
• MA History and Psychology

• MA History with French
• MA History with German
• MA History with Spanish

• MA Scottish Historical Studies with French
• MA Scottish Historical Studies with German
• MA Scottish Historical Studies with Spanish