BA (Hons) History with Gaelic Studies at University of the Highlands and Islands

Programme overview

A degree combining the history of Scotland, the British Isles, Europe and the North Atlantic world with the opportunity to learn or develop Gaelic language skills and study Gaelic culture and society. Delivered in a blended learning format, with Highlands and Islands history running through the history strand.

Duration: Full time: 4 years; Part time: 8 years; Part time modular: 12-14 weeks | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules are Gaelic for learners 1a, Gaelic for learners 1b and What is history?; year 2 includes Folklore, Historians and history and Introduction to Gaelic poetry; year 3 includes Language policy and planning, Public history and Traditional Gaelic culture; year 4 culminates in a dissertation.

Career pathways

Teaching, research, media, politics, consultancy, archives and museums, government agencies and local authorities, tourism and heritage management.

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Application information

Entry requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grades BBC or above, or 2 A levels at grades BC or above, with at least two from the list of relevant academic subjects. Applicants with other relevant qualifications or experience are considered individually. Advanced entry to year two: HNC Social Sciences (12 SQA credits) with 3 additional SQA credits at level 7 and at least grade C in the Graded Unit, or NextGen HNC Social Sciences (15 SQA credits at SCQF level 7, Achieved). Advanced entry to year three: HND Social Sciences (30 SQA credits) with at least grades AB in the level 8 graded units, or NextGen HND Social Sciences (15 SQA credits at SCQF level 8, Achieved with Distinction), considered case by case; if not appropriate, entry is offered at year two. SWAP Access courses and other relevant humanities access courses are considered. International applicants (online from overseas or on campus): IELTS Academic overall 6.0 with no element below 5.5, or an approved equivalent test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/27). Scotland-domiciled students with a Scottish term-time address (includes EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status); full-time online, 120 credits per year Source

International applicants: GBP 7,505 a year (2026/27). Full-time online per year (120 credits) for students studying online from their home country; not eligible for Student Route Visa sponsorship Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full time: 4 years; Part time: 8 years; Part time modular: 12-14 weeks

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