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History and Language & Linguistics 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-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Do you wonder how our speech and language evolved and why we evolved from caves? Language and Linguistics introduces you to evolution of human language. If you enjoy the way we speak in all its formats this programme will be of interest. Combine this with History which introduces you to our human behaviour. There are plenty of wide ranging careers to choose from including many utilising language skills fully.Language & Linguistics will introduce you to, among other things, how human language and speech may have evolved, the complex functions and structures of language in its role as a bridge between sound and meaning. You will study the ways in which we acquire languages as children and adults, the ways in which languages vary and the mechanisms by which they change over time.History at Aberdeen offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in rich study of all aspects of human adventure in the past, exploring the medieval, early modern and modern periods in Scotland, Europe, America, Asia and Africa. You will study at a university steeped in 500 years of history.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 20,800per year

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A level : BBC

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.

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University information

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

  • University League Table

    41st

  • Campus address

    University of Aberdeen, Directorate of External Relations, King's College, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, City Of, AB24 3FX, Scotland

One of the top 40 universities in the UK (Complete University Guide league tables 2025).
Student population has over 130 nationalities and strong international global networks.
Experienced international student advisers with immigration expertise supporting students from application to graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    41st out of 91 5

    4th out of 29 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    172 84%

    11th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    71.0 71%

    35th

    5
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.09 77%

    65th

    38
  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    203 100%

    3rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    n/a

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.43 86%

    1st

    1

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