Gaelic Studies and Language & Linguistics
University of AberdeenAberdeen, United Kingdom
Course overview
Gaelic Studies and Language & Linguistics at Aberdeen combines all the advantages of the in-depth study of the language, literature and culture of Scotland’s oldest language – as a native speaker or complete beginner. The programme offers a fascinating exploration of how human language evolved, how we learn languages and how they differ and change over time. You will gain the all-round knowledge and skills to open up a wide variety of careers.
Key highlights
- In-depth study of Gaelic language, literature and culture
- Open to native Gaelic speakers and complete beginners
- Explores how human language evolved and changes over time
- Examines how we learn languages and how they differ
Entry requirements
- Scottish Highers: BBBB — SQA Highers: BBBB
- A-level: BBC — A Levels: BBC
- International Baccalaureate: 32 — to include including 5, 5, 5 at HL
Scholarships
Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Undergraduate and PGDE
Aberdeen Global Scholarship worth £6,000 for every year of their programme.
Up to £6,000
Careers this course leads to
- Gaelic development officer
- Gaelic-medium teacher
- Translator
- Broadcasting researcher
- Speech and language therapist
- Heritage and cultural officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £1,820 per year (Home/Scottish students); £9,790 per year (RUK students) | International: £20,800 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 University of Aberdeen, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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