PostgraduateMSc (Res)

Scandinavian Studies

Name: Scandinavian Studies
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The University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland

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1 yearDuration

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Course Overview

Offered by The University of Edinburgh, the MSc (Res) Scandinavian Studies provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in languages and area studies. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. A Masters by Research (MScR) programme is ideal if you would like to complete a short piece of independent research in Scandinavian studies. The programme is a good stepping-stone to a PhD, but is equally of value as a stand-alone qualification. An MScR programme is likely to suit you if: * you have a clear idea what you would like to write your masters dissertation about, right from the beginning of the programme * you would like to be part of a large and supportive postgraduate community, and receive training in research skills and methods, while working independently The Universit... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 94% student satisfaction rating, and a 90% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Research Methods in Scandinavian Studies

Nordic Literary Analysis and Criticism

Scandinavian Cultural History and Identity

Independent Research Project

Advanced Nordic Language Studies

Theoretical Approaches to Cultural Transfer

Dissertation Research and Supervision

Contemporary Nordic Societies and Cultures

Academic Year:2026-27 entry

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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement

2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

Test	Overall	L	R	W	S
IELTS Academic	6.5	6	6	6	6

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

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Graduate Outcomes

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💰 Graduate Salaries — The University of Edinburgh

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

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💼 Employment Breakdown

85%Working

15%Work & Study

90%Professional Jobs

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