Aberystwyth University

BA Celtic Studies

Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth, United Kingdom

Course overview

Celtic Studies is a fascinating discipline, and this four-year degree will give you the opportunity to gain a unique insight into the culture, literature, history and languages of Britain, Ireland, Europe and beyond from the earliest period to the present day. As well as bringing the Celtic-speaking world to life, this course will also give you the chance to study individual Celtic languages. Aberystwyth is renowned for its dedicated exploration of Celtic Studies and is the ideal location for those who wish to develop their interest in this subject.

It is located in the heart of Welsh-speaking Wales, where the medieval and modern sit, with ease, side by side. Where better to study Welsh together with some of Europe’s other oldest languages. You don't have to be fluent in Welsh or Irish to study Celtic Studies, as this is an English-medium course.

The equivalent Welsh-medium course is Cymraeg a'r Ieithoedd Celtaidd (Q562). By choosing to study Celtic Studies in Aberystwyth you will be joining a department that is one of the liveliest academic and intellectual environments for Celtic studies in the world. You will be taught by an inspirational team of world-leading experts in Welsh and Irish language and literature and you will have a wide choice of stimulating modules to choose from that reflect the latest research interests of our lecturers.

You will also have an opportunity to apply for a scholarship to follow an intensive language course in Ireland, courtesy of the Irish Government. To complement your studies, you will be able to benefit from a programme of stimulating events by attending a wealth of public lectures, book launch evenings, performances and talks in the Department itself and elsewhere. You can also take advantage of the collections of rare literature in the National Library of Wales which is situated very near Penglais Campus, and enjoy the social elements of the Welsh community here.

All academic staff in the Department of Welsh and Celtic Studies are research active scholars and experts in their chosen fields of study, including the study of languages and literatures as well as creative writing.

Key highlights

  • Explores Celtic culture, literature, history and languages from earliest times to today
  • Study individual Celtic languages, including Welsh and Irish
  • English-medium teaching; no prior fluency in Welsh or Irish needed
  • Scholarship opportunity for an intensive language course in Ireland
  • Close access to rare literature collections at the National Library of Wales
  • Public lectures, book launches, performances and talks complement your studies

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — UCAS Tariff 120 - 104 A Levels BBB-CCC.
  • A-level: BBB-CCC — UCAS Tariff 120 - 104 A Levels BBB-CCC.
  • GCSE: C/4 — to include English
  • BTEC: DDM-DMM — BTEC National Diploma
  • International Baccalaureate: 30 — International Baccalaureate: 30-26.

Scholarships

  • Aberystwyth Regional Scholarships

    Students will be eligible for a £2,000 reduction in tuition fees for each year of their studies at Aberystwyth University.

    Up to £2,000

  • Caru Aber International Award

    Caru Aber International Award gives a £1,000 tuition fee discount (for every year of study) to any international fee-paying students who spent a period of time studying with us as an associate student.

    Up to £1,000

  • International Accommodation Award

    This award means that for students who choose to live in our on-campus Cwrt Mawr housing, there is no cost for the first year of study.

  • International Family Award

    International Family Award – giving you a £1,000 reduction in tuition fees for every year of your studies.

    Up to £1,000

  • Margaret Evelyn “Lynne” Williams Bursary

    The Bursary is worth £500 during the first year of study and a maximum of two awards will be available each year.

    Up to £500

  • Mathematics Department Award

    Up to £500 a year.

  • Music Scholarships

    £650 a year Music Scholarships are open to UK and international applicants.

    Up to £650

  • Waldo Williams Scholarship

    Successful applicants could receive up to £500 in their first year.

  • Welsh Medium Study Bursary

    Up to £400 a year - for following part or all of your course through the medium of Welsh.

Careers this course leads to

  • Translator
  • Secondary school teacher
  • Heritage officer
  • Archivist
  • Journalist
  • Arts and cultural administrator

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £19,190 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Aberystwyth University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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