MLitt in Highlands and Islands Literature
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
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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 identitythe literary and linguistic legacy for the modern periodthe place of Highlands and ...Read more

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

Once youve 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

Entry 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

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Masters degree (6 modules + dissertation, 180 credits) - £7,560

Students from England

Masters degree (6 modules + dissertation, 180 credits) - £7,560

Students from Scotland

Masters degree (6 modules + dissertation) - £5,490

Students from Wales

Masters degree (6 modules + dissertation, 180 credits) - £7,560

Students from Northern Ireland

Masters degree (6 modules + dissertation, 180 credits) - £7,560

Students from EU

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Masters degree (6 modules + dissertation, 180 credits) - £10,800

Students from International

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Masters degree (6 modules + dissertation, 180 credits) - £10,800

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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
UHI House, Old Perth Road, Inverness, Inverness Scotland IV2 3JH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Inverness  0.8 miles away

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