MLitt Island Studies at University of the Highlands and Islands

The only dedicated postgraduate degree in Island Studies in Scotland, delivered by the Institute for Northern Studies. It examines islands and their communities in Scotland and internationally, including the Baltic, Faroe Islands, Isle of Man, Falklands and Canadian islands, with critical appraisal of insular governance, tourism and autonomy.

Department: Institute for Northern Studies  |  Duration: Full time: 1 year; Part time: 2 years; Part time modular: 12 weeks  |  Intake: September; January  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

PgCert core modules are From Atlantis to Utopia: the nature of islandness and From Muckle Flugga to Pladda: the Scottish islands, plus an additional Institute for Northern Studies or Sabhal Mor Ostaig (Gaelic medium) module. The PgDip adds Island governance and Selling 'cold' islands plus an option. The MLitt is completed with a research dissertation.

Career pathways

Tourism and heritage sector, journalism, local government agencies, community or adult education, school teaching (after a relevant PGDE); progression to PhD.

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