Study history in Scotland - 13 institutions

Schools offering history studies in Scotland are among the best in the world, where distinguished historians teach and talented students learn. Expert faculty covering a wide range of topics regularly publish their own scholarly works, receive numerous international awards, and collaborate with leading world scholars whose research is incorporated into teaching.

Scottish history schools for international students offer a wide range of topics:

• The Ancient World,
• Global Empires,
• Political Radicalism,
• The Industrial Revolution,
• History and Philosophy of Science,
• The Chinese Economic Miracle,
• History of Financial Crises,
• The Late Medieval Period,
• History of Russia and Eastern Europe.

Studying history in Scotland develops many valuable skills, including:

• A deep understanding of the historian's profession,
• Writing and presenting one's own projects,
• Developing clear arguments based on independent research and analysis,
• Compiling and assessing large amounts of complex and contradictory evidence,
• Understanding various aspects of human society and culture.

Duration of study in Scotland is:

• Bachelor's degree — 4 years,
• Master's degree — 1 year.

In years 1–2 of the bachelor's program, the curriculum involves compulsory and elective topics that enrich the study of history and provide a broader, more flexible education — before specialising in a particular field, students will explore diverse subjects. Courses are available in the following directions:

• Law,
• Physics,
• Sociology,
• Political Science, and others.

The year 1–2 curriculum includes lectures and small-group meetings with instructors; students are assessed through written assignments and examinations. In years 3–4, the focus shifts to more specialized, seminar-based courses and independent study. Students write essays, pass examinations, and in year 4 conduct independent research under faculty supervision.

History schools in Scotland offer a variety of study facilities:

• Modern studying spaces equipped with computers and reference collections,
• Classes at the National Museum of Scotland,
• Teaching laboratories for archaeological research,
• Libraries with collections that include manuscripts, books, and museum artefacts gathered by alumni and researchers over many centuries, of national and international significance.

• Age 18 and above (for undergraduate),
• International passport and a copy thereof,
• Photos,
• Visa,
• Certificate confirming English proficiency level (IELTS),
• Academic qualification equivalent to A-Level.

Additional fees include:

• Security deposit,
• Administrative fee,
• Medical insurance.

Scottish history schools for international students offer a Bachelor's degree in History. The wide range of Master's degrees also includes:

• History and Politics,
• Economics and History,
• Archaeology and History,
• History and Sociology,
• History and Philosophy,
• Anthropology and History,
• English Language and History,
• Business Management and History,
• History and International Relations,
• History and Legal Studies,
• History and Music Studies,
• History and Spanish/Latin American Studies.

Studying history in Scotland for international students is a promising direction for obtaining a degree recognized worldwide. To enrol in an undergraduate program, students must hold a school-leaving certificate equivalent to A-Levels.

Pathway and Foundation programs are the first step towards academic success and obtaining a degree in Scotland: they help students smoothly transition into the Scottish education system, develop language and subject skills, get acquainted with student life, and join a like-minded community. The course duration is 3 semesters. At some history schools, the preparatory program is equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree. Upon achieving high grades, students are enrolled directly into the 2nd year of study.

Studying history in Scotland requires a good command of the English language: to obtain a degree, students must understand lectures, read, complete written assignments in academic English, and communicate fluently.

Courses are offered of two types:

• Directly on campus,
• Online classes.