Overview
Trace the footsteps of these inspirational creatives, explore the literary heritage of the area and experience, first hand, the diverse culture of the region.
In the Highlands and Islands Literature program at The University of the Highlands and Islands you will benefit from lectures and seminars by local writers, and the team at the Institute for Northern Studies. Our small classes will give you a more personal study experience during this masters course in Highlands and Islands Literature.
Special features
- Lectures and seminars by local writers
- A creative writing module
- The chance to study and explore the Highland and Islands at the same time
- You can study individual modules for personal or professional development, or work towards the PgCert, PgDip or full masters degree
- You can attend the course full time or part time or from a distance using our online and video conference technologies, which means you can fit your studies around your personal and professional commitments
Programme Structure
- You will learn through a combination of video conference lectures and tutorials, and online study via the university's virtual learning environment (VLE), with support from your tutors and student advisor
- International students requiring a Tier 4 visa to study with us must be based at Orkney College UHI during their studies. International students undertaking the course from their home country can study online and by video conference, in real-time or recordings
- All other students can choose to study at Orkney College UHI or Lews Castle College UHI in Stornoway, or from their own location studying online and by video conference in real-time or recordings
- An online induction will be offered at the start of your course
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
- 10 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
-
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Languages Literature View 425 other Masters in Literature in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- 2:1 honours degree or above (or international equivalent) in English Literature
- Applicants with a 2:1 honours degree in another strongly-related subject will be considered on an individual basis
- A bridging unit entitled 'A Survey of Scottish Literature' is available for those without an English Literature degree or with non-standard qualifications
Tuition Fee
-
National
560 GBP/moduleTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 560 GBP per module during 12 months.
- 650 GBP Rest of UK on-campus
- 650 GBP UK online
Living costs for Inverness
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.