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Overview
What is special about this course?
This exciting taught postgraduate literature course allows you to study the writers and literatures of the Highlands and Islands, in the communities to which they belong. Trace the footsteps of these inspirational creatives, explore the literary heritage of the area and experience, first hand, the diverse culture of the region.
You will study three main themes throughout the course, namely:landscape and identity
the literary and linguistic legacy for the modern period
the place of Highlands and Islands literature in the wider context
You will benefit from lectures and seminars by local writers, and our small classes will give you a more personal experience of 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 study full time or part time from a distance using our online and video conference technologies, which means you can fit your studies around your personal and professional commitments
What can I do on completion of my course?
Once you’ve successfully completed the MLitt Highlands and Islands Literature course, you might like to consider careers in:
- School teaching on completion of a relevant PGDE qualification
- Community education
- Adult education
- Journalism
- Working for government agencies
- Tourism
- Teaching on this or similar degrees
Can I progress into further study?
You can progress to PhD study at the University of the Highlands and Islands, and other institutions.
Programme Structure
PgCert
Core modules are:
- The Gaelic Legacy
- Writers and Place
- Literary Iconographies
PgDip
Core modules are:
- Modern Scottish Gothic
- A Tour of the Highlands
You will also choose one option module which may include:
- Exploring creative writing
- The language and palaeography of older Scots
- The North Atlantic World
- The Highlands and Islands Story
- Traditional Customs and Beliefs of the Highlands and Islands
MLitt
To achieve the award of MLitt Highlands and Islands Literature you must complete a research dissertation.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
- 10 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Deadline passed
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Language
English
IELTS or TOEFL needed
Credits
120 alternative credits
Masters degree 6 modules (120) + dissertation)
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Literature View 318 other Masters in Literature in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. Upper Second Class (required)
GRE® The GRE® General Test is a widely administered admissions test that measures the skills needed in today's graduate and business school programs worldwide. It contains three sections - Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. Three scores are reported: a Verbal Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, a Quantitative Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, and an Analytical Writing score on a 0 - 6 score scale in half-point increments. —
GMAT The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is a test intended to assess certain analytical, writing, quantitative, verbal, and reading skills in written English for use in admission to a graduate management program, such as an MBA. GMAT contains 4 sections - Analytical Writing Assessment, Integrated Reasoning, Quantitative and Verbal. The score has a range from 200 - 800. —
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). —
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at desiganated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. —
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. —
Other requirements
General requirements
2:1 Honours degree (or international equivalent) in English Literature.
A bridging unit entitled "A Survey of Scottish Literature" is available for those without an English Literature degree or with non standard qualifications
If you have an Honours degree in a cognate, or strongly-related subject, your application will be considered on an individual basis.
Tuition Fee
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International
10700 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 10700 GBP for the full programme and a duration of 12 months. -
EU/EEA
4680 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 4680 GBP for the full programme and a duration of 12 months.
- Rest of UK: £5,850
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.
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