Overview

The Medieval Studies programme at the University of St Andrews is an interdisciplinary programme run by the St Andrews Institute of Medieval Studies (SAIMS).

Highlights

Draws on the long-established and recognised strengths in medieval studies available from the participating disciplines – Art History, Divinity, English, History, Modern Languages and Philosophy.

Gives students the opportunity to work closely with colleagues covering a vast range of expertise from Late Antiquity to the 15th century and across the medieval world, from the Middle East and the Mediterranean to the British Isles and Scandinavia.

Introduces different theoretical approaches, current debates and the nature of cross-disciplinary and interdisciplinary work in the fields of history, art history, languages and literature.

Offers an opportunity to combine training in manuscript studies and palaeography with interdisciplinary work or single discipline modules.

Includes weekly seminars and regular workshops, bringing students into direct contact with visiting academics.

Careers

As well as pursuing study at PhD level, other graduates of the course have gone on to pursue careers in a range of sectors including:

journalism

publishing

archives

heritage

government

law

management

teaching

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Approaches to Medieval Studies

Core Language and Text Skills (Greek or Arabic)

Directed Reading in Medieval Studies

Discipline Skills

Latin for Medieval Studies

Medieval Language

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-06 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St Andrews, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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94

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76

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2.1 Honours undergraduate degree. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements.

English language proficiency.

CV or résumé. This should include your personal details with a history of your education and employment to date.

a personal statement

a sample of your own, single-authored academic written work (2,000 words)

two original signed academic references (on university headed paper) from your most recent degree awarding institution

academic transcripts and degree certificates

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25900 GBP / year

≈ 25900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

12030 GBP / year

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Living costs

Saint Andrews

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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