This comprehensive programme at the University of Edinburgh allows students to take full advantage of the breadth of our research expertise. Staff will help students to develop a specialized knowledge and understanding of history and its central issues, examine historical sources, evaluate existing research, and work towards a specialized research project of their own.

Taught by one of the largest groups of historians in any British university, students will encounter a stimulating environment in which to further their interest in practically any era of history and many regions of the world. By joining this programme students will also take part in a rich programme of events featuring Edinburgh's renowned academic staff and distinguished visitors from all over the world.