Scandinavian Studies and History MA (Hons) 48 months Undergraduate Programme By The University of Edinburgh |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

MA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

The languages, history, politics and culture of the Scandinavian countries have long had a considerable impact beyond the Nordic region.


Studying Scandinavian Studies and History helps us understand the contemporary world, and also sheds light on the past.


On our flexible joint honours programme, you have the opportunity to develop advanced spoken and written language skills in Danish, Norwegian or Swedish while exploring Scandinavian culture and diverse historical periods and themes.


No prior knowledge needed


You do not currently need to know a Scandinavian language, as Year 1 courses are available for beginners.


While you will specialise in one Scandinavian language, you will also gain an understanding of the other two we teach to degree level. In Year 2, for example, you can choose to explore the similarities and differences between Danish, Swedish and Norwegian.


By Year 3, you will have the skills to spend the year abroad in Scandinavia.


Year 4 gives you the opportunity to gain advanced skills in translation and to write different types of texts in your chosen language.


Why Edinburgh


Edinburgh is the only university in Scotland, and one of only two in the UK, to offer undergraduate honours programmes in Scandinavian Studies.


We are the proud home of the Northern Scholars Scheme which fosters cooperation between the Nordic and Baltic countries and Scotland.


We are also unique in Scotland in integrating a full academic year abroad into the four-year honours programme, regardless of whether you spend the year studying or working.


History at Edinburgh is distinctive for its range of historical themes, chronological periods and geographical areas. You can choose from courses covering:


  • the early Middle Ages to the most recent past
  • Britain and Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas


Further, our courses offer a rich variety of approaches to the past, including:


  • political history
  • cultural history
  • social history
  • economic history
  • intellectual history
  • gender history
  • global and transnational history


Programme benefits


  • Take the only programme of its kind in Scotland.
  • Study over four years, giving you the choice and flexibility to try out different things.
  • Go abroad for the first of your honours years - Year 3.
  • Build up to fluency in Danish, Norwegian or Swedish, and specialise in different aspects of Scandinavian studies and History as you move through your degree.
  • Delve into fantastic libraries and collections at the University and in the city.
  • Join societies, attend events, and gain the skills and confidence for life after university.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

MA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

The languages, history, politics and culture of the Scandinavian countries have long had a considerable impact beyond the Nordic region.


Studying Scandinavian Studies and History helps us understand the contemporary world, and also sheds light on the past.


On our flexible joint honours programme, you have the opportunity to develop advanced spoken and written language skills in Danish, Norwegian or Swedish while exploring Scandinavian culture and diverse historical periods and themes.


No prior knowledge needed


You do not currently need to know a Scandinavian language, as Year 1 courses are available for beginners.


While you will specialise in one Scandinavian language, you will also gain an understanding of the other two we teach to degree level. In Year 2, for example, you can choose to explore the similarities and differences between Danish, Swedish and Norwegian.


By Year 3, you will have the skills to spend the year abroad in Scandinavia.


Year 4 gives you the opportunity to gain advanced skills in translation and to write different types of texts in your chosen language.


Why Edinburgh


Edinburgh is the only university in Scotland, and one of only two in the UK, to offer undergraduate honours programmes in Scandinavian Studies.


We are the proud home of the Northern Scholars Scheme which fosters cooperation between the Nordic and Baltic countries and Scotland.


We are also unique in Scotland in integrating a full academic year abroad into the four-year honours programme, regardless of whether you spend the year studying or working.


History at Edinburgh is distinctive for its range of historical themes, chronological periods and geographical areas. You can choose from courses covering:


  • the early Middle Ages to the most recent past
  • Britain and Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas


Further, our courses offer a rich variety of approaches to the past, including:


  • political history
  • cultural history
  • social history
  • economic history
  • intellectual history
  • gender history
  • global and transnational history


Programme benefits


  • Take the only programme of its kind in Scotland.
  • Study over four years, giving you the choice and flexibility to try out different things.
  • Go abroad for the first of your honours years - Year 3.
  • Build up to fluency in Danish, Norwegian or Swedish, and specialise in different aspects of Scandinavian studies and History as you move through your degree.
  • Delve into fantastic libraries and collections at the University and in the city.
  • Join societies, attend events, and gain the skills and confidence for life after university.

Admission Requirements

Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.

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