History and Legal Studies MA (Hons)
University of Aberdeen
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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

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History and Legal Studies at Aberdeen is a great combination to add to your wide and deep study of all aspects of human activity in the past, with a closer look at the law, including UK, European and international law, how it affects our lives today and issues both topical and controversial. You will add legal knowledge to the transferable skills you will gain and be a sought-after Aberdeen graduate for a wide range of careers.You will be enthused and inspired by teachers who are leaders in ...Read more

History and Legal Studies at Aberdeen is a great combination to add to your wide and deep study of all aspects of human activity in the past, with a closer look at the law, including UK, European and international law, how it affects our lives today and issues both topical and controversial. You will add legal knowledge to the transferable skills you will gain and be a sought-after Aberdeen graduate for a wide range of careers.You will be enthused and inspired by teachers who are leaders in their fields, with expertise as diverse as medieval Scandinavia, early-modern Poland and modern East Asia and enthralled by our wonderful collections of historic treasures collected by distinguished alumni over the centuries.


Our Law school has an outstanding reputation, ranked 12th in the UK out of more than 90 law schools, positioned in the top five for graduate prospects and scores an impressive 95% for student satisfaction

. You will add value to your studies in History by exploring what law teaches us about a society, including looking at European and international law and topical issues including human rights within the EU. Studying law develops important academic qualities including clear, careful and independent thinking, adding value to your research and critical analysis skills from History and opening wide career options in the world of business, NGOs, charities, development, government service, marketing and much more.

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Law
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
17th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
41st
History
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
87%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
History graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK History graduate salary
£18,000
Law
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 92 = 8% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
8%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
94%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Law graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Law graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
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Catherine
03 Mar 25

Such a good uni, with extremely good support. A perfect location, and Aberdeen is a very nice uni city...Read more

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Alexander
13 Dec 24

I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at AU over the years and I never get bored of seeing the amazing buildings on campus. However, one area that needs improvement is most definitely..Read more

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A level

A level:

BBC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

ABB Grades / Points required

Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6):

Pass Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDM Grades / Points required

For First Year Entry a minimum of 3 A Levels at BBC.For Second Year Entry a minimum of an A in the subject selected for Single Honours plus BB, or AB in the subjects selected for Joint Honours plus a further B.GCSE in English or English Language is also required.

Applicants who have achieved BBBB (or are on course to achieve this by the end of S5) are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers / Advanced Highers may be required.Note: we do not double count a Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject, but we do consider that a B at Adv Higher is equivalent to an A grade at Higher.National 5 English at minimum grade C.

Second year entry may be possible in most school based subjects. A minimum of ABB overall in Adv Higher is required. Adv Higher at A in the subject selected for Single Honours or AB in the subject selected for Joint Honours.

One FA is equivalent to a Higher at A. It cannot replace any required subjects.

For entry into First Year, a minimum of 32 points required, including at least 5,5,5 at HL.For entry into Second Year, a minimum of 36 points, including at 6, 6, 6 at Higher level in subject(s) selected.English at a minimum of Standard level required.

A minimum of 5H with 3 at H2 AND 2 at H3 OR AAABB, obtained in a single sitting. (The grading within band B must be at B2 or above).Also required: O in English or English Language

Minimum entry requirement: DDM in related subjects.

Popular A-level subjects

History

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

History
48%
Psychology
31%
English Literature
28%
Biology
24%
Government & Politics
17%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£20,800 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£20,800 per year

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Students from International

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£20800 Per year

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University of Aberdeen
University of Aberdeen , Aberdeen

The University of Aberdeen achieves strong outcomes for its graduates, with more than 95% of undergraduate students finding work...

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University of Aberdeen
University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen Aberdeen, City Of AB24 3FX United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Aberdeen  0.9 miles away

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