Scottish Historical Studies MA (Hons)
University of Dundee
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 50 graduates of Scottish Historical Studies MA (Hons) and other courses in History at University of Dundee for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in History.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in History
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of History at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £21500 | £18500 | £25500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £25500 | £14000 - £23500 | £17500 - £30500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of History
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24582 | £22856 | £27697 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20570 - £28247 | £17647 - £28615 | £20983 - £35780 |
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Course Description
Discover the history of the Highlands and Islands, learn about early Scottish politics, research original manuscripts from the 1600s, and critically analyse Scottish involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. You can also explore the relationship between Scottish and British nationalisms from 1707 to the present day.
Our emphasis is very much on 'doing history'. You'll use primary sources from the very beginning of your studies, and analyse various kinds of historical evidence, including written and oral materials, maps, visual images, feature films, art, and music.
Before specialising at Levels 3 and 4, you'll study Scottish history alongside British, Irish, American, European, and global history from the early modern period through to the contemporary period.
Our modules cover broad topics, including Scottish literature, where you will consider how the use of sources and the media informs our reconstructions of the past.
You will reflect critically on key debates in history, looking at how they have developed over time, and how they have shaped our understanding of the world. You'll also learn how historians 'make' history, and evaluate their roles in today's public life, media, and the heritage industry.
You'll benefit from our close links with the University's Archives, Records Management, and Museum Services, and be able to examine many original documents first hand.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Scottish Historical Studies MA (Hons) at University of Dundee
| 25% | Teaching Professionals |
| 15% | Customer service occupations |
| 15% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
| 10% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 5% | Design occupations |
| 5% | Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals |
| 5% | Caring personal services |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for History
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Costs
Tuition Fees Scottish Historical Studies MA (Hons)
| Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £20900 | year 1 |
| International | £20900 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Tuition fees shown for Rest of UK and Scot/EU students are for 2022/23. The fees for 2023/24 have not yet been confirmed and we expect confirmation of these in March 2023.
International tuition fees shown are confirmed for 2023/24 entry. These will increase by no more than 5% per year for the length of your course.
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
University Rankings
Positions of University of Dundee in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Dundee in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #71
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #7
- #73
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 31 university rankings of University of Dundee
About University of Dundee
The University of Dundee is a publicly funded institution in the small and diverse city of Dundee, Scotland. Particularly well known for their research work in the fields of Health and Climate Change, student researchers here feel that they can make a difference at home and abroad. Students discover a friendly, safe, and welcoming city in Dundee, where inhabitants are able to get to most of their commitments either by bike or even on foot.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
