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Scandinavian Studies and English Literature - MA (Hons)

The University of Edinburgh

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UCAS CODE: RQ63

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

For centuries, English-speaking and Scandinavian cultures have had a profound international influence on literature and drama.This programme aims to develop your critical, analytic, linguistic and creative skills by engaging with a broad range of texts in both English and either Norwegian, Swedish or Danish, as well as a variety of approaches to reading.It also includes a year abroad in a Scandinavian country.On this joint programme, you'll learn modern Danish, Swedish or Norwegian in the context of Scandinavian culture, past and present.Home of the Northern Scholars programme, the University has an excellent reputation for research and teaching in this area.You do not need previous knowledge of any of the Scandinavian languages, as courses are available for beginners.

Tuition fees

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£ 28,000per year

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University information

The University of Edinburgh

  • University League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 9YL, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    12th out of 93 3

    14th out of 101 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 212
    186 88%

    7th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    31st

    16
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.73 68%

    92nd

    1
  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    194 92%

    3rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    62.0 62%

    46th

    8
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.85 71%

    94th

    1

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