Postgraduate Students

MSc (by Research) in Economic and Social History

Our MSc (by Research) in Economic and Social History offers you the opportunity to study at an advanced level through independent research.

Programme description

The MSc by Research in Economic and Social History offers you the opportunity to undertake a substantial piece of supervised independent research.

Programme structure

The programme aims to introduce you to independent research. You will be examined through coursework and a 15,000 word dissertation.

Resources

Edinburgh offers an unparalleled combination of resources and expertise for the study of the past.

Postgraduate community

The School of History, Classics and Archaeology is home to a large community of postgraduate historians undertaking both taught and research degrees.

Entry requirements

Find out about the admission criteria and required qualifications for the MSc (by Research) in Economic and Social History.

Apply online

You will need to complete an online application which includes a degree certificate, transcripts and other supporting documents.

Scholarships and funding

Find out where to find available scholarships for your chosen programme of study.

Fees and costs

Find out how much your programme of study will cost, search for funding opportunities and find out about our Graduate Discount Scheme.

Careers

This degree can form the stepping stone to many career options.

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