Taught course
Orkney and Shetland Studies MLitt
Entry requirements
- 2.1 honours degree or above (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject, such as history, archaeology, literature or ethnology
- Other disciplines, such as human geography and the social sciences, will also be considered
Months of entry
January, September
Course content
This is the only course of its kind that focuses on studying the history, culture, literature, archaeology and language of the Orkney and Shetland islands; communities of significant strategic importance through the ages.
Come with us on a journey to explore the islands’ unique culture and heritage, delivered by the prize-winning Institute for Northern Studies team.
You will be able to progress on to research degrees once you have completed this Orkney and Shetland Studies course and you will have gained valuable personal development skills along the way.
Special features
- Unique course content not available anywhere else
- You are taught by local experts in Orkney and Shetland
- We use video conferencing and a virtual learning environment to deliver the course at a distance
- Small class sizes
- You can also choose options in language, literature, creative writing and the North Atlantic world
- You can study individual modules for personal or professional development, or work towards the PgC
Information for international students
If you would like to study in a country of outstanding natural beauty, friendly communities, and cities buzzing with social life and activities, the Highlands and Islands of Scotland should be your first choice. We have campuses across the region each one with its own special characteristics from the rich cultural life of the islands to the bright city lights of Perth and Inverness. Some courses are available in one location only, for others you will have a choice; we also have courses that can be studied online from your own home country.
English Language Requirements
Our programmes are taught and examined in English. To make the most of your studies, you must be able to communicate fluently and accurately in spoken and written English and provide certified proof of your competence before starting your course. Please note that English language tests need to have been taken no more than two years prior to the start date of the course. The standard English Language criteria to study at the University of the Highlands and Islands are detailed on our English language requirements page
English Language Requirements
Our programmes are taught and examined in English. To make the most of your studies, you must be able to communicate fluently and accurately in spoken and written English and provide certified proof of your competence before starting your course. Please note that English language tests need to have been taken no more than two years prior to the start date of the course. The standard English Language criteria to study at the University of the Highlands and Islands are detailed on our English language requirements page
Fees and funding
For information, please view our Fees/Funding tab: MLitt Orkney and Shetland Studies (uhi.ac.uk)
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MLitt
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- Online learningis available for this qualification
- part time24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- Online learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Enquiries
- courses@uhi.ac.uk
- Phone
- 01463 279190