Why you should continue your studies at Edinburgh
A tradition of excellence, a historic location and cutting-edge research from world-leading academics, makes continuing your studies at the School of History, Classics and Archaeology a rewarding and logical choice. We’re consistently one of the best 50 universities in the world. We’re 12th in the 2024 QS World University Rankings for Arts and Humanities.
Our diverse community
Our graduate community of approximately 475 students is international, making the School the ideal environment in which to share ideas, collaborate on research, gain new perspectives and meet like-minded individuals.
We have an active academic and social calendar involving regular workshops, seminars, conferences and symposia across all three subject areas, as well as many informal gatherings and events.
Our degree programmes
We offer an extensive and flexible range of taught and research Masters-level degree programmes across each of our subject areas.
Find out everything you need to know, from the programmes we offer and how to apply, to planning for your arrival and your future career.
Funding
The University offers a 10% discount in postgraduate degree tuition fees for all alumni who have graduated with an undergraduate degree from the University of Edinburgh (Please note some programmes are excluded from the Discount Scheme and you should check the list of programmes not covered by the discount before applying).
There are a number of competitive awards open to students looking to pursue postgraduate study. The School also offers the Charles Mackie Scholarship, funding an Undergraduate of the School to progress to Masters Study in the School
Employability
Transferable skills are highly valued by employers and our programmes are designed with this in mind.
Our programmes give you the opportunity to gain skills, such as written and oral presentation, data collection and analysis and critical evaluation of research, which will enhance your career prospects in your chosen area.
A degree from the School of History, Classics & Archaeology could lead you in a number of career directions depending on your individual interests and experience. Some of our graduates have pursued academic careers and considered the MSc as preparation for a PhD, others have gone on to pursue work in related areas such as museums, libraries and historic trusts, whilst others build on the transferable skills gained and pursue areas as diverse as marketing, business and media, public administration and teaching.
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