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PhD Gaelic Studies at University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Leading research and teaching in Gaelic literature, society and culture.

Department: School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

Career pathways

In addition to entering academia, graduates with higher degrees in Gaelic can find employment in the Gaelic language planning and development, Gaelic education, Gaelic arts and publishing and Gaelic broadcasting.

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Entry requirements

Applicants to the MPhil or PhD must provide a detailed research proposal and two academic references from their most recent academic institution.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time Home/RUK research rate (set by UKRI); part-time is 50% of the full-time rate. Source

International applicants: GBP 21,700 a year (2026/27). Full-time international rate for research degrees admitted 2026/27; part-time is 50% of the full-time rate. Source

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