MA Gaelic Studies and Spanish & Latin American Studies
About this course
MA in Gaelic Studies and Spanish & Latin American Studies, an undergraduate degree combining the study of Scottish Gaelic language, literature and culture with Hispanic studies. Core topics include Research Methods, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Language & Translation. This five-year programme includes a compulsory year abroad in a Spanish-speaking country. The first year introduces foundational academic skills, university orientation, and introductory or advanced options in Gaelic and Spanish language alongside cultural modules covering Scottish history, medieval folklore, and global cities. Year two continues language development and historical studies through courses on literature, society, and urban spaces. Year three consists of a compulsory residence abroad project completed during the year spent in a Spanish-speaking country. The final years feature advanced language study in both subjects, culminating in optional student-led dissertations in either Gaelic studies or Spanish.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL. SL in English is also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM in related subjects. Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B.) GCSE English (or equivalent) is required at Grade C/4 or above. GCSE Mathematics at Grade C/4 is also required for Accountancy, Economics and Finance programmes. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3.
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What students say
Based on about 17 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 74%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 74%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Secretarial and related occupations: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 5%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 15%
- South East: 5%
- Scotland: 65%
- Northern Ireland: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Modules
- Academic Writing for Language & Literature
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Gaelic Scotland
- Gaelic for Beginners 1a
- Gaelic for Beginners 1b
- Spanish Language 1
- Spanish Language 2
- Spain and Spanish America: History, Culture, Politics
- The Global City in Text and Film
- Gaelic Language 1a
- Gaelic Language 1b
- Spanish Language 3
- Otherworld: Lost Gods and Hidden Monsters of Medieval Scotland
- Gaelic for Advanced Beginners 2b
- Spanish Language 3
- Spanish Language 4
- Latin America: Texts and Contexts
- The Global City in Text and Film
- Gaelic Language 2a
- Triumph and Tragedy: A Literary and Historic Tour of Gaelic Scotland
- Spanish Language 5
- Residence Abroad Project (SP30AB)
- Gaelic Language A
- Spanish Language 6 (SP30A3)
- Gaelic Language B
- Spanish Language 7 (SP40A5)
- Dissertation in Spanish
- Dissertation in Gaelic Studies
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MA Gaelic Studies and Spanish & Latin American Studies at University of Aberdeen earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £30,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,000 and £36,500. The £30,000 median after five years is £3,000 less than the UK median for Iberian studies.
What do graduates of MA Gaelic Studies and Spanish & Latin American Studies at University of Aberdeen do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MA Gaelic Studies and Spanish & Latin American Studies at University of Aberdeen?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MA Gaelic Studies and Spanish & Latin American Studies at University of Aberdeen?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 159 UCAS points.
Does MA Gaelic Studies and Spanish & Latin American Studies at University of Aberdeen include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on MA Gaelic Studies and Spanish & Latin American Studies at University of Aberdeen?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.