Celtic and Scottish History MA (Hons)

Reino Unido

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O que eu aprenderei?

Uncover Scotland's past and help shape its future. This joint honours programme gives you the opportunity to study the languages, literatures and cultures of the Celtic world side-by-side with the history of Scotland. **Celtic**Study Celtic at the University of Edinburgh and you will learn about extraordinarily rich cultures, from the Middle Ages to the present day. At all levels of study on our four-year programme, we offer courses in the languages, literatures, histories, and cultures of the Celtic world. You have the option to study Scottish Gaelic and build up to advanced competency in the language. A choice of pathways through the programme enables you to develop your own interests in particular areas, periods and disciplines of Celtic studies. Our expertise covers:* Scottish Gaelic from the late Middle Ages to the present, including language policy and revitalisation * the medieval literary tradition in Early Irish and Medieval Welsh - the most extensive in the whole of Europe* the rich oral tradition recorded from the 18th century to the present day* poetry from the 18th century golden age of Gaelic literature* 19th and 20th century responses to the rapid social, cultural, and linguistic changes in countries where the Celtic languages are spoken* the writing, song, and media production emerging from the lively and varied contemporary cultural scene in Gaelic Scotland, Ireland, and Wales**Language study**If you choose to study Scottish Gaelic, it does not matter if you are a complete beginner. We stream our Year 1 classes to suit all levels of prior knowledge or none. You can also learn a medieval Celtic language at honours level (Years 3 and 4). Both Old Irish and Middle Welsh are available. For this path, you will study Celtic civilisation and literature in Years 1 and 2, with texts presented in English translation**Scottish History**We offer unrivalled expertise in Scottish History, with courses covering the political, intellectual, economic, social and cultural history of Scotland from the medieval period to the recent past. These courses deal with the great events, movements and ideas that have defined the Scottish past, and with the individuals, communities and institutions that have shaped Scottish life. Particular emphasis is given to:* the history of Edinburgh * Scotland's evolving relationship with the other parts of the British Isles* the significant influence of Scots across the wider worldOn this programme, you will benefit from the rich archival resources available not only within the University but also in the great collections based in the city, including the: * National Library of Scotland* National Records of Scotland* National Galleries of Scotland* National Museums of Scotland**Why Edinburgh?**Founded in the early 12th century, Edinburgh has a long and rich history. Today, it has a well-established Gaelic community and a lively contemporary cultural Celtic scene. As Scotland's capital city, its collections are outstanding, as are the University's own resources for the study of Celtic and Scottish History.Our programme is extremely flexible. In Years 1 and 2, in addition to Celtic and Scottish History, you will choose option courses from a wide range of disciplines. You will then specialise as you progress through your honours years.When you graduate, you will have the combination of broad cultural education and specialist knowledge valued by employers worldwide.

De qual departamento farei parte?

School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures

Opções de estudo

Período integral (4 anos)

Valores
£26.500,00 (R$ 166.943) por ano
Esta é uma taxa fixa
Data de início

Setembro 2024

Localização

Central area campus

George Square,

Edinburgh,

Edinburgh, City Of,

EH8 9JZ, Scotland

Requisitos de admissão

Para estudantes do(s)/da Brasil

Required subjects: A Levels: no specific A Level subjects required. GCSEs: English at C or 4 and a language other than English at B or 6.

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