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English Language and Literature

University of Aberdeen

Venues

Old Aberdeen Campus

Content

The MA English Language & Literature degree offers a unique opportunity to examine the English language holistically across a spectrum of literary periods and genres while enabling you to focus on specific areas that capture your interest.

The programme draws on specialist knowledge and expertise from the disciplines of Celtic & Anglo-Saxon studies, Language & Linguistics, and English literary studies, allowing you to appreciate the links between the evolution of English and its use in literary texts. You will explore the language of Old English, the structure and use of contemporary English, and the rich variety of literature in English that has arisen alongside its linguistic development.

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements:

Standard entry:
4 Highers at BBBB (by end of S5) plus English at National 5. Those with Highers at BBB by end of S5 are encouraged to apply.

Entry to year 2 may be possible with 3 Advanced Highers at ABB including a English at A.

Widening access entry:
2 Highers at BB (by end of S5). Additional Highers/Advanced Highers in S6.

1 Foundation Apprenticeship is accepted in place of a Higher.

Start Date

September

Qualification

Degree

Award

MA Hons

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

LL10

Course Length

4 years

Faculty

Arts and Social Sciences

Department

Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture

SCQF Level

10

Website

www.abdn.ac.uk