Economic & Social History/Scottish History

Economic and social history with Scottish history is a degree that combines the rigorous interdisciplinary analysis of how societies have developed economically and socially over time with a deep specialisation in the particular history of Scotland, one of Europe's most historically rich and complex nations. Economic and social history examines the structures and experiences of the past, focusing on how people lived and worked, how inequalities were produced and sustained, and how economic and social change has shaped the present world. Scottish history situates this inquiry within the specific and often distinctive historical experience of Scotland, from the early medieval kingdoms through the Union, industrialisation, empire, and the political transformations of the modern era.

At the University of Glasgow, this four-year, full-time programme is taught by scholars at the forefront of both disciplines, and Glasgow's history as an industrial city and its strong tradition of Scottish historical scholarship make it a particularly appropriate setting for this combination. A year abroad is incorporated into the programme, broadening your comparative perspective on both economic history and the Scottish experience within a wider European and global context. A typical entry tariff of 200 points reflects the high academic standard of this programme.

Graduates go on to work in academic research, museums and archives, heritage organisations, public policy, education, journalism, publishing, and the wide range of professions that value rigorous historical reasoning and the ability to analyse social and economic processes. Scottish history expertise is particularly valued in Scottish public institutions, cultural organisations, and national bodies. Postgraduate study in Scottish history, economic history, or social history is a natural further step for those seeking specialist expertise or academic careers.