Overview

The Literature (Hons) BA degree from the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) modules cover a wide range of authors, in English and translation, from the classical to the contemporary. With a solid foundation in genres and periods in years one and two, and research-based modules in years three and four, you will become a confident and enthusiastic writer, researcher and reader.

We teach a range of advanced specialist modules alongside more traditional content, and you are able to combine your studies with other disciplines.

Special features

You will study literature in an international context
All modules in years 3 and 4 are based on staff research, and you’ll be part of a vibrant research culture from your first semester
Modules on Gaelic literature in translation are available
You can study full time or part time to suit your personal circumstances
You can study individual modules for personal or professional development

Career opportunities:

Once you have successfully completed your BA (Hons) Literature course, you might like to consider careers in:

Teaching and education
Academia
Publishing
Museum and archives
Charities
The Media
Heritage sector
Creative arts
Marketing and PR
Government
Writer
Research

The highly developed critical, analytical and communication skills you will acquire through your studies will make you a strong candidate for a wide variety of careers.

Programme Structure

Course include:

Romantic genius: Scottish and European literature 1750-1830
Imagining new worlds: renaissance literature and thought
Literary borrowings: adaptations and appropriations
Avant-garde literature
Apocalyptic fictions

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Inverness, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grade BBC or above, or

2 A levels at grade BC or above

Must include English at grade C or above, plus one from the list of relevant subjects (Please note: Higher ESOL is not accepted in place of Higher English for this programme)

Applicants with other relevant qualifications or experience will be considered on an individual basis

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

7080 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

1280 GBP / year

≈ 1280 GBP / year

Additional Details

Rest of the UK: £6,420 per year

Part-time

For students normally domiciled in Scotland: £915 per year

Rest of the UK: £1,070 per year

International: £1,180 per year

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