Undergraduate Study

MA History

Restoration, Revolution, Union and Rebellion: Scotland c.1660-c.1760

Key Facts

You may choose to study a Single Honours or Joint Honours degree over four years or enter at Level 2 as an advanced entry student (if you have the required grades) and complete your studies a year early.

You Will Study

You will have a variety of modules to choose from throughout your studies. In Level 4 you may choose a specialised subject or an Independent Study Project which can be on a historical subject of your choice. Read our module booklet to find out what modules we offer.

Teaching Environment

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.

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.

Professional Recognition

A history degree is an extremely valuable qualification. It provides a solid foundation in analytical skills which are highly sought after by employers.

Our recent graduates have gone into the media, teaching, politics, business, finance, the diplomatic service, and many other dynamic high-earning careers.

Career Opportunities

Our graduates are highly sought after by employers for their ability to analyse and question recorded data. We have graduates who are British Ambassadors, managers of historical tour companies and authors of history books.

Location

History is situated in the Tower Extension Building on the University of Dundee city campus. For more information on the city campus, visit the University campus guide.

How to Apply

Applications are normally made via UCAS.

Scottish History

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Key Facts

Single Honours Scottish Historical Studies allows you to construct a Degree based on on a choice of Honours modules in Scottish history.

You Will Study

You will normally follow the standard history route at Levels 1 and 2, and then at Levels 3 and 4 you will choose from a range of specifically Scottish modules, as well as others with a significant Scottish content. You will thus gain an essential grounding in history skills and knowledge, followed by specialisation in Scottish history. Read our module booklet.   to find out what modules we offer.

Teaching Environment

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.

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.

Professional Recognition

A history degree is an extremely valuable qualification. It provides a solid foundation in analytical skills which are highly sought after by employers.

Career Opportunities

Our recent graduates have gone into the media, teaching, politics, business, finance, the diplomatic service, and many other dynamic high-earning careers.

Location

History is situated in the Tower Extension Building on the University of Dundee city campus. For more information on the city campus, visit the University campus guide.

What Our Students Say

Samantha Bannerman - 4th Year

With a diverse range of modules on offer, devoted staff and an enthusiastic History Society there is something for everyone. If you have a genuine love of history, there is no greater place to study the subject.

Craig Kelly

There is a relaxed and open atmosphere in the History Department. The lecturing staff put you at ease which really helps the learning process.
Added to that, since our lecturers are involved in active research there is a constant flow of new information. It is exciting to hear about their latest discoveries in the archives. The way that this information is incorporated into lectures really grabs your attention. Dundee is an exciting place to study History.
When I was in my first year if somebody had said to me that at Honours leve I would do a special subject and my dissertation on early-modern Scottish History I would have laughed. It was certainly not my area of interest. However, I was captivated by this subject in third year an I haven't looked back. Next year I'm doing a Masters in early-modern History and I plan to continue onto PhD. That alone is testament to the lecturing staff at Dundee and their ability to engage students. I couldn't recommend Dundee highly enough.

Rory, 3rd Year

Studying History at Dundee is highly engaging. With many top academics ready at your disposal, you feel as if you are connected to a wider web of knowledge. Adding to that, you are participating in helping to write history itself.

William Hamilton, 4th Year

It was a privilege to study History at Dundee University for 4 years. A fantastic department and staff that care about you as an individual helping you to reach your full potential.

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