MA (Hons) Chinese and German in Edinburgh United Kingdom | The University of Edinburgh

The University of Edinburgh | Edinburgh United Kingdom
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Qualification
Undergraduate Masters
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 26,500
(c. USD35,489.07)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

This combined degree program allows you to master two significant languages while exploring their associated cultures, histories, and societies.

Chinese civilization boasts one of the world's richest heritages, while German-speaking nations have exerted substantial global cultural impact.

German remains the most commonly spoken native language across Europe and ranks among the top 20 globally, holding particular significance in commerce and international relations.

As the planet's second most spoken language, Mandarin Chinese provides access to an economic and political superpower where understanding regional variations proves crucial.

Pursuing language studies at university level showcases your communication abilities and cultural adaptability - qualities employers recognize as valuable intercultural skills.

Alongside linguistic proficiency and deep cultural insights, earning a four-year MA from the University of Edinburgh demonstrates:

intellectual sophistication
personal resilience
adaptability

Graduates develop sought-after capabilities including:

analyzing and articulating complex ideas
effective time management for multiple projects
both independent and collaborative work approaches


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Standard entry requirement
The standard entry requirement is:

SQA Highers: AAAA-AABB by the end of S5 or AAAA-AAAB by the end of S6. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6.
A Levels: AAB - ABB.
IB: 34 points with 655 at HL.
Minimum entry requirement
The minimum entry requirement for widening access applicants is:

SQA Highers: ABBB by end of S6. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6.
A Levels: ABB.
IB: 34 points with 655 at HL.
IELTS Academic module overall 6.5 with 5.5 in each component.
TOEFL-iBT (including Special Home Edition) 92 or above with 20 in each section. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.

Tuition GBP 26,500

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