The MA Scottish Studies at the University of Aberdeen offers you a comprehensive and engaging exploration into the diverse languages, rich literary heritage, and historical contexts of Scotland. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you are passionate about understanding Scottish culture through its historical evolution and artistic expression, drawing upon the institution's strengths in English, Gaelic, Celtic, and History. You will gain a deep appreciation for Scotland's unique identity, developing critical analytical skills that are highly valued across many professional fields.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over four years, engaging with compulsory courses in your first two years that cover areas such as Academic Writing, Acts of Reading, and key periods of Scottish history and literature. In your later years, you will have the flexibility to select optional courses and undertake a significant dissertation in English, Gaelic Studies, or History. This structure ensures you develop specialised knowledge and research skills, preparing you for careers in heritage, education, publishing, or further academic study.