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Comparative Literature and Culture with Gaelic (5yrs) - MA (Hons)

University of Aberdeen

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    5 Years

Course summary

Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.The Comparative Literature & Culture programme presents an exciting opportunity to explore literature and culture across Europe, Latin America, the English-speaking world and beyond. Our broad curriculum allows the choice and flexibility to discover and pursue your areas of interest as you engage with literature, culture, and society across various contexts.The comparative approach allows you to study literature and culture across traditional disciplinary boundaries, drawing on methodologies based in disciplines across the humanities and social sciences, including social and cultural studies, textual and translation studies, studies of film, visual and material culture, anthropology, history, gender studies and environmental humanities, amongst others. You will learn from experts in literature, culture, politics, and society of regions worldwide to appreciate different perspectives in-depth. You will also expand your understanding of local and global relationships, enabling you to apply linguistic and cultural awareness when working with others.You may also consider pursuing language study beyond the first two years with a Major-Minor named language minor in Gaelic alongside Comparative Literature & Culture while making connections with the contexts of the Gaelic-speaking world. You can also study more than one language and select courses in translation and interpreting to strengthen your intercultural communication skills.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 20,800per year

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University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

  • University League Table

    32nd

  • Campus address

    Main Site, University Office, Regent Walk, King's College, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, AB24 3FX, United Kingdom

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  • Subject ranking

    English

    35th out of 89

  • Entry standards

    / Max 207
    163 79%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    25th

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    3.40 85%

    13th

    7

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