Overview

Throughout the Gaelic with Development (Hons) , B.A. degree from the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) you'll learn about linguistic, economic, social, rural, community, and sustainable development, and their importance in determining the future of languages and cultures. Public bodies such as Bòrd na Gàidhlig and local authorities are legally required to develop language plans in collaboration with Gaelic advocates: learn to apply current theories of language decline and revitalisation to Gaelic in Scotland, and compare local situations with those in Europe and around the world, so that you can contribute to the discussion and become a fundamental part of the solution.

Career opportunities:

Once you have successfully completed this course, you might like to consider careers in:

Public bodies, local and national organisations with a responsibility for Gaelic language plans, etc and for economic development
Academia
Community organisations with a Gaelic focus
Community development

You may wish to progress from BA (Hons) Gaelic with Development to the following courses:

PGDE Primary / Direct Primary Education Education
Media Gaelic Education
Gaelic Media DipHE
MSc Material Culture and Gàidhealtachd History
Gaelic and Celtic Studies
PhD studies

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sustainable communities
Language policy in the workplace
Translation Skills

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

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, 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

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grades BBC or above, including Gaelic (learners) or Gàidhlig (fluent speakers) at grade B or above OR
2 A levels at grade BC or above PLUS
2 Standard Grade passes or equivalent
Students who don't hold a Higher or Standard grade pass in Gaelic will be assessed individually to ensure you are able to engage with the course materials and teaching
You will be invited to attend an informal interview, either on-campus or virtually, to decide which level 7 pathway is most suitable and to see if any additional support could help prepare for entry
Applicants with other qualifications or experience will be considered on an individual basis

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

15870 GBP / year

≈ 15870 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

≈ 1820 GBP / year

Additional Details

Rest of the UK: £9,250 per year

Part-time

For students normally domiciled in Scotland: £915 per year

Rest of the UK: £1,542 per year

International: £7,935 per year

Living costs

Inverness

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Inverness

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