BA Viking and Old Norse Studies

The Viking and Old Norse Studies BA at University College London (UCL) is a fascinating three-year course that delves into the history, culture, and language of the Vikings and their influence on modern societies. This interdisciplinary programme combines the study of Old Norse, the language of the Vikings, with elements of history, archaeology, and literature to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Viking Age and its enduring legacy.Course Content: The Viking and Old Norse Studies BA at UCL starts with the basics of Old Norse language in the first year, while also covering core historical concepts and issues related to the Viking Age. In the second year, students continue to develop their Old Norse language skills and delve into the literary genres of the period. They also study archaic and medieval eddic and skaldic verse, Icelandic family sagas, and Viking archaeology. In the third year, learners further their Old Norse language proficiency and choose modules from other departments that resonate with their personal intellectual interests and career goals.Key Modules: Students will study core modules such as 'Old Norse Language - Beginner's level', 'Viking History', 'Old Norse Language - Intermediate level' and 'The Viking Age in Europe' along with optional modules like 'Old Norse Texts', 'Viking Poetry in Performance', 'Viking Archaeology', 'Scandinavian history', and more.Future Careers: Graduates of the Viking and Old Norse Studies BA can pursue careers in various fields such as archaeology, heritage, education, translation, diplomacy, the civil service, marketing, and media to name a few. The course also provides a strong foundation for postgraduate study in related disciplines.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.