MA (Hons) Celtic and French in Edinburgh United Kingdom | The University of Edinburgh

The longstanding connection between Scotland and France, both with Celtic heritage, spans numerous centuries.

This combined degree program allows you to explore the languages, literature, and cultures of Celtic and French-speaking regions, now present across Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

By joining us, you'll develop advanced linguistic abilities while discovering vibrant cultures from medieval times to the modern era. Your third year will involve either academic study or professional work in France.

Our curriculum examines current topics like language preservation efforts, colonial history, and post-colonial developments.

Throughout this four-year joint honors program, we provide courses covering the languages, literature, history, and cultural aspects of Celtic societies.

You can choose to learn Scottish Gaelic and progress to advanced proficiency in the language.

Flexible study paths let you focus on specific interests within Celtic studies, whether historical periods or academic disciplines.

Our specialized knowledge includes:

Scottish Gaelic from medieval times to today, including language preservation strategies
medieval Irish and Welsh literature - Europe's most extensive early literary tradition
oral histories documented from the 18th century onward
18th century Gaelic poetry during its literary golden age
cultural responses to rapid social changes in Celtic regions during the 19th-20th centuries
modern creative works from contemporary Gaelic communities in Scotland, Ireland, and Wales.

Earning a degree in languages and cultures showcases your communication skills and cultural awareness - qualities employers recognize as valuable intercultural competence.

In addition to language proficiency and cultural understanding, completing a four-year MA at the University of Edinburgh demonstrates intellectual growth, adaptability, and perseverance.

Graduates develop employable skills including:

analyzing and articulating complex concepts
meeting deadlines across various projects
working effectively both independently and collaboratively