Coastal and Maritime Societies and Cultures University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

Overview

This Coastal and Maritime Societies and Cultures MLitt degree from The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) is based on the internationally significant and world-class research of the staff involved and is led by the university’s Centre for History, in collaboration with our Archaeology Institute and Institute for Northern Studies. MLitt students will study two modules in history, archaeology and northern studies, and then complete a dissertation. 

This Coastal and Maritime Societies and Cultures at The University of the Highlands and Islands programme will be of interest to those wishing to develop transferable skills with respect to coastal and maritime themes, and to all who wish to pursue further arts and humanities-based research in these areas.

Special features

• Study on the first ever coastal and maritime themed masters programme

• Opportunity to gain new perspectives on the coast and sea

• Support from expert staff at the university’s Centre for History, Archaeology Institute and Institute for Northern Studies, throughout your studies

• Study online through the university's virtual learning environment which means you can fit your studies around your personal and professional commitments, where it suits you, in the UK and internationally

• Opportunity to study individual modules for personal or professional development, or work towards a PgCert, PgDip, or full masters (MLitt) degree

Career opportunities:

Once you have successfully completed this course, you might like to consider a career in:

• Heritage and tourism sector

• Teaching

• Media

• Journalism

• Community or adult education

• Museums and libraries

• Research

• Government agencies and local authorities