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Gaelic and Traditional Music

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

Venues

Sabhal Mòr Ostaig

Content

The BA (Hons) Gaelic and Traditional Music offers traditional singers and instrumentalists an outstanding education in Gaelic musical heritage within the broader contexts of Gaelic and related studies.

The course has a strong practical element where students learn from leading musicians and are given frequent opportunities to perform and record both at the college and further afield.

You will be based in the heart of the Gàidhealtachd at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig UHI and have the option of studying abroad for a semester in Canada or Ireland in the honours (4th) year.

Entry Requirements

3 Highers at BBC, preferably including Gaelic (Learners) or Gàidhlig at B. You will be required to attend an interview to assess your Gaelic language skills and audition to determine your level of musical ability.

Start Date

September

Qualification

Degree

Award

BA Hons

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

QW53

Course Length

4 years

Department

Gaelic Medium Studies

SCQF Level

10

Website

www.uhi.ac.uk