MSc Health History

The MSc Health History at the University of Strathclyde explores the relationship between health, medicine, and society across different historical periods. The programme allows students to gain an in-depth understanding of how past health practices, policies, and beliefs have influenced modern healthcare systems and public attitudes toward medicine. Students engage in research-based and hands-on learning experiences while studying modules that cover topics such as the historical evolution of health and medicine, mental health, anthropology, drugs and intoxicants, and psychiatry. These modules enhance students’ ability to critically analyse and interpret how health practices evolve over time and how they shape today’s healthcare frameworks. Learning is conducted through lectures, seminars, site visits, independent study, and project-based assessments. Students are evaluated through written assignments, examinations, presentations, and a dissertation project.

The University of Strathclyde is a globally recognised research university located in Glasgow, Scotland. Founded in 1796, it has a strong tradition of combining academic excellence with practical learning. With over 30,000 students from more than 140 countries, the university fosters an inclusive and innovative academic environment.

The University has earned a Gold rating for its student experience in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) and holds a five-star rating in the QS World University Rankings audit for performance and teaching quality.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants must hold a first or second-class Honours degree, or an international equivalent, in History or a closely related discipline.

English Proficiency:

• International students are required to achieve an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no component score below 5.5.

The tuition fee for the MSc Health History at the University of Strathclyde for international students is £21,550.

The University of Strathclyde offers a range of scholarships to support international postgraduate students. These include the Faculty International Excellence Awards (15% tuition fee discount for outstanding students), the Glasgow 850 Scholarships (worth £5,000), and the Dean’s International Excellence Awards (providing up to £10,000).

Graduates of the MSc Health History programme gain a unique combination of analytical, research, and communication skills that open opportunities across academia, healthcare, and public policy. Career options include:

• Health Policy Researcher
• Medical Historian
• Museum or Archive Curator
• Academic Lecturer or Researcher
• Public Health Analyst
• Science or Health Writer

Applications should be submitted directly through the University of Strathclyde’s online portal. For personalised assistance, contact one of AHZ’s expert counsellors who can guide you through the process and ensure your application meets all requirements.