Scottish History
About this course
MA/MA(SocSci) in Scottish History, a social sciences and history degree focusing on the past of Scotland from medieval to modern periods. The Centre for Scottish & Celtic Studies provides a cross-disciplinary environment for historical research across all eras. The first year covers foundational studies through History 1A: Scotland's Millennium: Kingdom, Union and Nation c.1000-2014, History 1B: A Medieval Mosaic: Europe and Its Neighbours in the Middle Ages, c.400-1500, Introduction to Scottish Culture Semester 1, and Introduction to Scottish Culture Semester 2. The second year examines broader contexts through History 2A: The Social and Cultural History of Europe, 1500-2000 and History 2B: An Introduction to Global History. Advanced study in later years involves specialized topics such as Kingdoms and societies in northern Britain AD 400-800, Settlement and Society in Scandinavian Scotland, Celtic Place-Names Of Scotland, Medieval Ireland 800 - 1100, Scotland Since 1914, The Highland Clearances, Gaelic (Beginners) for Honours Students, The Folklore of Gaelic Scotland, Eachdraidh na Gàidhlig ann an Alba, c. 1400-1914, and Innse Gall, Ulaidh agus Rìgh Seumas VI. Tuineachadh agus Sìobhaltas, c.1541-1639.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB or BBB (Additional requirements: A-level English or another Humanities subject.) IB: 34 (6,5,5) (Additional requirements: English HL6 or Humanities HL6 with English SL6.) Scottish Higher: BBBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAB by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher English and a Higher Humanities subject at AA. (AB or BA may be considered). Scottish Higher (widening access): MD20 : BBBB (also other target groups*) MD40 : AABB* Additional requirements: Higher English and a Higher Humanities subject. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
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What students say
Based on about 112 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 85%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 230 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 91%
- Left higher education: 7%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 1%
What graduates do next
Based on about 39 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 56%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 13%
- Unemployed: 4%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 60%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 50%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 35%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 220 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 4%
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 13%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 1%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 64%
- Northern Ireland: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 270 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 81%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- Access course: 11%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- Other qualifications: 2%
Modules
- History 1A: Scotland's Millennium: Kingdom, Union and Nation c.1000-2014
- History 1B: A Medieval Mosaic: Europe and Its Neighbours in the Middle Ages, c.400-1500/li>
- Introduction to Scottish Culture Semester 1
- Introduction to Scottish Culture Semester 2
- History 2A: The Social and Cultural History of Europe, 1500-2000
- History2B: An Introduction to Global History
- Kingdoms and societies in northern Britain AD 400-800
- Settlement and Society in Scandinavian Scotland
- Celtic Place-Names Of Scotland
- Medieval Ireland 800 - 1100
- Scotland Since 1914
- The Highland Clearances
- Gaelic (Beginners) for Honours Students
- The Folklore of Gaelic Scotland
- Eachdraidh na Gàidhlig ann an Alba, c. 1400-1914
- Innse Gall, Ulaidh agus Rìgh Seumas VI. Tuineachadh agus Sìobhaltas, c.1541-1639
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Scottish History at University of Glasgow earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £23,500 after 3 years, £30,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £37,000. The £30,000 median after five years is £5,000 more than the UK median for Social sciences.
What do graduates of Scottish History at University of Glasgow do next?
84% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Scottish History at University of Glasgow?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Scottish History at University of Glasgow?
The typical offer is ABB at A level. The average entrant had 191 UCAS points.
Does Scottish History at University of Glasgow include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on Scottish History at University of Glasgow?
91% of students continued into their second year, and 7% left higher education.