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The University of Edinburgh · Undergraduate
- Available to all international students
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The MA (Hons) Scottish Literature and History at The University of Edinburgh is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about bridging cultural boundaries. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Through the critical reading of texts of all kinds, our joint honours programme in Scottish Literature and History helps you understand today's world while shedding light on the past. Studying a combination of literature and history shows an openness to ideas and perspectives other than your own, an essential attribute in many careers and a global marketplace. Scottish Literature Our programme aims to develop your critical, analytic, linguistic and creative skills by engaging with a broad range of texts and a variety of approaches to reading. International tuition fees are £29,600 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, a 89% continuation rate, and 77% of graduates in employment or further study.
| A-Level | ABB ABB. Required subjects: A levels: English Literature or combined English at B. |
| International Baccalaureate | 34 points 34 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: English at 5. |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£29,600
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £21,000 | £27,000 | £32,000 |
| 5 years | £26,500 | £33,000 | £44,000 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH19-01-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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The University of Edinburgh · Undergraduate
The University of Edinburgh · Undergraduate
The University of Edinburgh · Undergraduate
The University of Edinburgh · Undergraduate
The University of Edinburgh · Undergraduate

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