MPhil in Celtic Studies at University of Oxford

Programme overview

A two-year taught course on the history, languages and cultures of Celtic-speaking peoples, combining core and special options, language study and a dissertation.

What you will study

Options in language, literature and linguistics form the core, with further optional subjects. It suits graduates in a relevant subject and also students with no Celtic background but sufficient linguistic ability to learn Welsh and/or Irish quickly.

Career pathways

Many students proceed to doctoral degrees at Oxford or elsewhere; others go into teaching, journalism, law, publishing and the civil service.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours as a minimum in a relevant subject such as Welsh, Irish or Celtic studies, linguistics, literature or history. Applicants must show clear evidence of the linguistic ability to acquire one or two Celtic languages within the course. Applicants selected will have shown clear evidence of linguistic ability and serious interest in acquiring new knowledge and skills (shown in statement of purpose, written work and qualifications). International applicants: University higher English level (IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component, or equivalent). Application deadline: 12:00 midday UK time, 5 January 2027.

Domestic applicants: GBP 21,090 a year (2027/28). Annual course (tuition) fee as published; excludes accommodation and living costs. Source

International applicants: GBP 46,350 a year (2027/28). Annual course (tuition) fee as published; excludes accommodation and living costs. Source

Intake: 4 October 2027

Duration: 21 months full-time

Explore more study programmes

Arts & Humanities