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Scottish Literature and Classics - MA (Hons)

The University of Edinburgh

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UCAS CODE: QQH8

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Central area campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    08-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Many of the basic concepts underlying Western society found expression for the first time in ancient Greek or Latin, and - together with English and Scots - they are the language of many highly influential literary works.Studying Scottish Literature and Classics helps us understand the world in which we live now, as well as shedding light on the past. It prepares you to contribute to a society in which an understanding of texts of all kinds is crucially important. This programme aims to develop your critical, analytic, linguistic and creative skills by engaging with a broad range of texts and a variety of approaches to reading.You will explore the cultural contexts of all major periods of Scottish literature from the late Middle Ages to the present.

Application deadline

29 January

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

    University of Edinburgh, The University of Edinburgh, Old College, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of, EH8 9YL, Scotland

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