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University of Aberdeen: Modern History
| Institution | University of Aberdeen View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Divinity, History, Philosophy and Art History |
| Web | https://www.abdn.ac.uk |
| pgadmissions@abdn.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01224 272090 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Our taught postgraduate degree in Modern History allows you to extend your knowledge, skills and interests in topics as diverse as the Civil Rights Movement; history of slavery; modern Middle East; Commonwealth, empire and globalization; constitutional monarchies; childhood and youth culture; history of science and technology; and the great conflicts and developments of the 20th century. We have particular strengths in Scottish, British, European, Middle Eastern, African and American history. Join our world-leading faculty to debate the issues that shape our society.
The Aberdeen MLitt in Modern History combines cutting-edge teaching, professional skills training, and individual research. Our wide-ranging expertise in modern history allows you to pursue the areas that most interest you, working closely and often one-on-one with our leading international scholars.
Students on the Aberdeen MLitt in Modern History have access to a wide range of courses in a variety of fields, including cultural, social, political, military, media and emotions history. You can focus on the local, accessing archives and special collections relating to the history of North-East Scotland, or take a global perspective with our experts on America, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and Commonwealth and imperial history. You will join a dynamic community of History postgraduates, offering you the opportunity to take part in supportive and stimulating workshops, research seminars, reading weekends and social events. In addition to our taught programme, we also offer an MLitt in History as a research degree.
MLitt
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Candidates must normally have an Honours degree to at least 2:2 standard in an appropriate discipline or equivalent qualifications and experience. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| EU | 22000 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 22000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Candidates must normally have an Honours degree to at least 2.1 standard in an appropriate discipline or equivalent qualifications and experience. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Overview
The University of Aberdeen is Scotland’s third oldest university and the fifth oldest in the UK. Founded by Bishop William Elphinstone in 1495, the beautiful campus attracts a diverse international community of over 14,000 students from over 130 countries.
The University of Aberdeen is ranked as a Top 15 UK university by the Guardian University Guide 2025 and Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. It also ranks second across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland for student satisfaction in The National Student Survey 2024.
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