MA Gaelic Studies and Theology & Religion
About this course
MA in Gaelic Studies and Theology & Religion, a combined undergraduate degree exploring Scottish Gaelic language, literature, culture, and religious traditions. Core topics include Research Methods and Communication & Writing. Students may optionally undertake a year abroad as part of their studies. Year one introduces foundational topics through compulsory modules such as Academic Writing for Divinity, History & Philosophy, Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen, and Gaelic Scotland, with optional choices in modern Scottish Gaelic and Latin. Year two continues with Gaelic Folklore and Introduction to Scottish Gaelic Literature alongside further language options. Honours levels in later years feature compulsory advanced study through Gaelic Language A and Gaelic Language B. Optional modules in the final year include a Dissertation, a second Dissertation, and a Dissertation in Gaelic Studies, allowing independent research under staff supervision.
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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 8 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 92%
- Learning resources: 96%
- Student voice: 85%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Secretarial and related occupations: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 30 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 5%
- North West: 5%
- East Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 15%
- South West: 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: 95%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Modules
- Academic Writing for Divinity, History & Philosophy
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Gaelic Scotland
- Gaelic for Beginners 1a
- Gaelic for Beginners 1b
- Gaelic Language 1a
- Gaelic Language 1b
- Latin 1
- Latin 2
- Gaelic Folklore
- Introduction to Scottish Gaelic Literature
- Gaelic for Advanced Beginners 2a
- Gaelic for Advanced Beginners 2b
- Gaelic Language 2a
- Gaelic Language 2b
- Gaelic Language A
- Gaelic Language B
- Dissertation
- Dissertation in Gaelic Studies
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MA Gaelic Studies and Theology & Religion at University of Aberdeen earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £20,000 after 3 years, £28,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £33,000. The £28,500 median after five years is £1,000 more than the UK median for Theology and religious studies.
What do graduates of MA Gaelic Studies and Theology & Religion at University of Aberdeen do next?
90% 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 Theology & Religion at University of Aberdeen?
96% 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 Theology & Religion at University of Aberdeen?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 155 UCAS points.
Does MA Gaelic Studies and Theology & Religion at University of Aberdeen include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MA Gaelic Studies and Theology & Religion at University of Aberdeen?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.