Two degrees; master the field

MSc in History of Science,
Medicine and Technology
A classic. Our much-praised MSc programme in history of science, medicine and technology. Running for more than 25 years.

MSc in Science, Technology,
Medicine and Society
Concentrate on science and technology policy
and sociology of science, using history as a lens for analysis.

>Overview of the programme
>Modules in the degrees

News

deadline for AHRC/ESRC funding
February 1st is the deadline for applying to the MSc if you're also considering an AHRC and ESRC application

"truly outstanding"
External examiner comments on some dissertations at last year's Board of Examiners. Overall, for 2008-09, the board recommended eight distinctions, one of the best results in the degree's 20+ year history. Sample some of our top-scoring dissertations in our on-line archive (link)

Admissions for 2010-11

Both degrees run as integrated, one-year, taught courses aiming for breadth and depth of understanding. We draw students from ages 21 to 71, from all corners of the globe, and from backgrounds in the humanities, sciences, engineering, and the civil service. This diversity makes us thrive. Part-time study is available, too. Typical applicants seek: preparation for PhD research, career development and enhancement, and personal enrichment.

>Funding ideas
>Information for prospective students

Outstanding success for
London Centre in 2008 RAE

In the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise, top marks went to all three departments that make up the London Centre. CHOSTM received the highest rating of all UK history departments (40% of its research was classed 4* world-leading in terms of originality, significance and rigor; another 40% was judged 3* internationally excellent. WTC and STS (reviewed together with the Departments of History and Philosophy at UCL) had 40% classified as 4*, and a further 25% was judged 3*. These results confirm the world-leading status of the research produced by the London Centre staff. Outstanding results all around.