Scottish Studies MA (Hons)
The University of Edinburgh
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 180 graduates of Scottish Studies MA (Hons) and other courses in History at The University of Edinburgh for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in History.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All History courses of The University of Edinburgh
Salary
Salary of Graduates in History
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of History at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £25000 | £25000 | £30500 |
25-75 percentile range | £21500 - £31000 | £19500 - £31500 | £23000 - £42500 |
All History courses of The University of Edinburgh
Salary of all UK Graduates of History
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £24582 | £22856 | £27697 |
25-75 percentile range | £20570 - £28247 | £17647 - £28615 | £20983 - £35780 |
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Course Description
As Scotland's capital city and seat of the Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh is the ideal place for Scottish Studies.
On this interdisciplinary programme, you will explore what we can learn from Scotland's past and present, and how we can help shape its future.
Based within the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures, you will discover how literature, music and the visual arts have helped to shape Scottish identity. Ethnographical courses will explore heritage, the creative arts and cultural expression.
You will also consider the complex relationship between culture and politics, as you draw parallels with other countries. This takes advantage of the University of Edinburgh's excellent links with Scotland's key political, cultural and historical institutions.
You can tailor your degree by choosing courses from a wide range of disciplines across the University that share a common interest in the study of Scotland. For example, you can opt to study aspects of:
- Celtic civilisation and Scottish Gaelic
- history and archaeology
- politics and sociology
Whichever combination of courses you choose, you will apply arts, humanities and social sciences approaches in your learning.
You will benefit from a close community of learners and teachers who are immersed in Scottish culture beyond the classroom.
A highlight of the programme is the chance to work with the rich range of materials in the School of Scottish Studies Archives. These materials include thousands of hours of recordings of songs, music, stories, rhyme and verse in Scots, Gaelic and English, as well as in dialects now extinct.
I literally love what I am studying, and I cannot be happier with my choice. The subjects' offer is huge, and the materials provided are really interesting. I warmly recommend Scottish Studies to everyone who is interested in understanding Scotland and is passionate about it.
- Anna, Scottish Studies MA Hons student
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Scottish Studies MA (Hons) at The University of Edinburgh
21% | Elementary occupations |
12% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
10% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
8% | Librarians and Related Professionals |
8% | Business and public service associate professionals |
7% | Welfare Professionals |
6% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Sports and fitness occupations |
4% | Administrative occupations |
3% | Finance Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for History
All History courses of The University of Edinburgh
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | Total 65 with at least 5.5 in each component. |
TOEFL (iBT) | 92 | Total 92 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements. |
Cambridge English Advanced | Total 176 with at least 162 in each component |
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Cambridge English Proficiency | Total 176 with at least 162 in each component |
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Trinity ISE | ISE II with distinctions in all four components |
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PTE Academic | 62 | Total 62 with at least 54 in each component |
Costs
Tuition Fees Scottish Studies MA (Hons)
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
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Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £26500 | year 1 |
International | £26500 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Scottish students must apply to the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) for payment of their tuition fees.
EU On 9th July 2020 the decision was made by the Scottish Government to end free university tuition for European Union (EU) students starting in 2021-22. Funding policy for EU nationals and associated groups starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later will be in line with international fees.
Full time international and EU students will pay a fixed annual fee rate for the duration of their programme.
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of The University of Edinburgh in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The University of Edinburgh in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #14
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
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- #2
- #15
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- History
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #1
- #21
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- History
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 22 March, 2023]
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- #4
- #36
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- History
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
See all 38 university rankings of The University of Edinburgh
About The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is located in the Scottish city of the same name, and is one of the oldest universities in the entire United Kingdom, having opened in the year 1583. The university enjoys a strong reputation for its contributions to international research efforts, which is reflected in their inclusion in the Russell Group, Universitas 21, and Una Europa. Edinburgh offers its residents a historic yet modern city, with a lively nightlife scene, reliable public transport, and friendly locals.
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Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Scottish Studies MA (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | 75% | 5% | 3% | £9250 | £26500 | 182 | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time | |
Scottish History and Social Anthropology MA (Hons) | University of St Andrews | 91% | 1% | 0% | £9250 | £30160 | 201 | St Andrews | On campus Full-time | |
Philosophy and Scottish History MA (Hons) | University of St Andrews | 91% | 1% | 0% | £9250 | £30160 | 197 | St Andrews | On campus Full-time | |
Scottish Ethnology and Scottish History MA (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | 72% | 5% | 3% | £9250 | £26500 | 182 | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time | |
Film Studies and Scottish History MA (Hons) | University of St Andrews | 91% | 1% | 0% | £9250 | £30160 | 201 | St Andrews | On campus Full-time | |
Classical Studies and Scottish History MA (Hons) | University of St Andrews | 91% | 1% | 0% | £9250 | £30160 | 206 | St Andrews | On campus Full-time | |
History and Scottish History MA (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | 75% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £26500 | 198 | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time | |
Scottish History MA (Hons) | University of St Andrews | 91% | 1% | 0% | £9250 | £30160 | 201 | St Andrews | On campus Full-time | |
Scottish Historical Studies with Spanish MA (Hons) | University of Dundee | 88% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £20900 | 166 | Dundee | On campus Full-time | |
Italian and Scottish History (year abroad) MA (Hons) | University of St Andrews | 92% | 1% | 0% | £9250 | £30160 | 206 | St Andrews | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 22 March, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings By Subject:
- Academic Reputation: 50%
Employer Reputation: 30%
Research Citations Per Paper: 10%
H-index: 10%
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2023