48 monthsProgramme duration
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Programme overview
Main Subject
History
Degree
MA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
One of our most popular combined programmes, MA (Master of Arts) History and Politics provides the opportunity to link two key disciplines in the humanities and social sciences.
This programme will help you develop a detailed understanding of history and political science. It is a good choice if you are interested in:
The National Records of Scotland also contains a major collection of material relating to the government of Scotland since the medieval period.
Programme benefits
This programme will help you develop a detailed understanding of history and political science. It is a good choice if you are interested in:
- adding theoretical understanding to your interests in political history
- providing historical context to your studies in political science
- combining two important subjects
The National Records of Scotland also contains a major collection of material relating to the government of Scotland since the medieval period.
Programme benefits
- Study in one of the UK’s largest and most international history departments, joining a vibrant culture of inquiry and debate led by our dedicated staff.
- Gain access to excellent resources for the study of history, including the unique archival sources within the Library's Centre for Research Collections.
- Home to the Scottish Parliament, the city of Edinburgh offers the perfect location in which to study politics. We offer you a dynamic environment, regularly hosting leading international academics, politicians and diplomats.
Programme overview
Main Subject
History
Degree
MA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
One of our most popular combined programmes, MA (Master of Arts) History and Politics provides the opportunity to link two key disciplines in the humanities and social sciences.
This programme will help you develop a detailed understanding of history and political science. It is a good choice if you are interested in:
The National Records of Scotland also contains a major collection of material relating to the government of Scotland since the medieval period.
Programme benefits
This programme will help you develop a detailed understanding of history and political science. It is a good choice if you are interested in:
- adding theoretical understanding to your interests in political history
- providing historical context to your studies in political science
- combining two important subjects
The National Records of Scotland also contains a major collection of material relating to the government of Scotland since the medieval period.
Programme benefits
- Study in one of the UK’s largest and most international history departments, joining a vibrant culture of inquiry and debate led by our dedicated staff.
- Gain access to excellent resources for the study of history, including the unique archival sources within the Library's Centre for Research Collections.
- Home to the Scottish Parliament, the city of Edinburgh offers the perfect location in which to study politics. We offer you a dynamic environment, regularly hosting leading international academics, politicians and diplomats.
Admission Requirements
Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.
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