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

Programme overview

BA (Hons) Philosophy with Gaelic Studies explores connections between philosophy and Gaelic culture, combining philosophical study of reality, value and experience with Gaelic language and contemporary Gaelic culture. It is a four-year honours degree with a broad foundation in both subjects in years 1-2 and specialist study afterwards.

Duration: 4 years full-time; 8 years part-time | 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 and 1b, Logic and philosophy, Problems in philosophy, and Thinking and writing for study, work and life. Year 2 includes Anthropology of religion, Folklore, Introduction to Gaelic poetry, Knowledge: a philosophical analysis and Moral philosophy. Years 3 and 4 include Language policy and planning, Traditional Gaelic culture and a philosophy dissertation.

Career pathways

Local government and the Civil Service, advertising, marketing and public relations agencies, management consultancy, and secondary schools and further education colleges.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Three Scottish Highers at grade BBC or above, or two A levels at grade BC or above, with at least two in the list of relevant academic subjects; applicants with other relevant qualifications or experience are considered individually. Advanced entry to year 2 with an HNC Social Sciences (12 SQA credits plus 3 additional credits at level 7, at least grade C in the Graded Unit) or NextGen HNC Social Sciences (15 credits at SCQF level 7); advanced entry to year 3 with an HND Social Sciences (30 SQA credits, minimum AB in the level 8 graded units) or NextGen HND at SCQF level 8 achieved with Distinction, considered case by case. SWAP access courses are an accepted route.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/27). Students normally domiciled in Scotland with a term-time address in Scotland (includes EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status) Source

International applicants: GBP 16,820 a year (2026/27). International students with a term-time address in Scotland; part-time study not open to Student Route visa holders Source

Intake: September

Duration: 4 years full-time; 8 years part-time

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