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University of the Highlands and Islands Master in History of the Highlands and Islands
University of the Highlands and Islands

Master in History of the Highlands and Islands

Online

1 up to 6 Years

English

Full time, Part time

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GBP 9,990 / per year *

Distance Learning

* Scottish: ยฃ5,256 | Rest of UK: ยฃ7,020 | International: ยฃ9,990

Key Summary

    About: The Master in History of the Highlands and Islands focuses on the rich history and culture of this unique region. The program offers in-depth studies of historical events, societal changes, and the impact of geography on the Highlands and Islands, providing students with a nuanced understanding of this areaโ€™s past.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates may pursue various career paths, including roles in education, heritage management, museum and archival work, or cultural tourism. This degree equips students with research and analytical skills relevant to historical consultancy or writing.

Introduction

What is special about this course?

This Masters in the History of the Highlands and Islands is the first-ever taught the postgraduate course to focus on the colourful and often conflict-driven history of the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, from medieval times to the 20th century.

It is a truly interactive course that involves extensive use of primary source material including oral history testimony, material from physical and online archives and newspapers. Critical thinking is essential to the topics covered as is a sensitivity to the way history interacts with memory.

You will study a range of subjects that will not only spark your interest and emotions but may also cause you to begin to question stereotypes and cherished myths.

Special features

  • This is the first-ever postgraduate course focusing specifically on the history of the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.
  • You can study from a distance online through the universityโ€™s virtual learning environment (VLE), which means you can fit your studies around your personal and professional commitments.
  • You will have support from the expert staff at the Centre for History throughout your studies.
  • Successful students will be able to proceed from undergraduate study, through the MLitt, towards supervised postgraduate PhD level research in history.
  • You can study individual modules for personal or professional development, or work towards the PgCert, PgDip, or full masters degree.
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