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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI): Viking Studies
| Institution | University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) |
|---|---|
| Department | Humanities, Education and Gaelic |
| Web | https://www.uhi.ac.uk |
| Telephone | 01463 279190 |
| Study type | Taught |
MLitt
Summary
**What is special about this course?**
The Vikings have been incredibly influential in world history and culture. The Institute for Northern Studies' team will be using their recognised expertise in this area to create this unique and exciting course on offer to students all over the world and to re-evaluate the Vikings; past, present, and future.
Students will be able to critically evaluate key historical, economic, and social developments in the Viking world and analyse the significance and legacy of the cultural history of the Vikings both in isolation and in a wider context temporally and geographically. You will look at Viking iconography in text and film, the role of women, and the significance of runes among other fascinating topics.
As part of the degree, you will study a set of core modules and also have the opportunity to choose from a range of optional modules, bringing the study of the Viking period into a wider perspective.
**Special features**
◾Unique course content not available anywhere else
◾You are taught by international experts in the field
◾We use video conferencing and a virtual learning environment to deliver the course so you can study from anywhere in the world
◾Small class sizes
◾You can also choose unique options in literature, language, creative writing and the North Atlantic world
◾You can study individual modules for personal or professional development, or work towards the PgCert, PgDip, or full masters degree
**How long will my course last?**
◾Full-time: 1 year @ 20 hours per week
◾Part-time structured: 2 years @ 10 hours per week
**Please note that UHI North Highland, UHI Outer Hebrides and UHI West Highland have changed their names to become UHI North, West and Hebrides. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study.**
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | ◾2:1 honours degree or above (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject, such as history, archaeology, literature, or ethnology |
| Location | Orkney UHI Orkney East Road Kirkwall KW15 1LX |
Summary
**What is special about this course?**
The Vikings have been incredibly influential in world history and culture. The Institute for Northern Studies' team will be using their recognised expertise in this area to create this unique and exciting course on offer to students all over the world and to re-evaluate the Vikings; past, present, and future.
Students will be able to critically evaluate key historical, economic, and social developments in the Viking world and analyse the significance and legacy of the cultural history of the Vikings both in isolation and in a wider context temporally and geographically. You will look at Viking iconography in text and film, the role of women, and the significance of runes among other fascinating topics.
As part of the degree, you will study a set of core modules and also have the opportunity to choose from a range of optional modules, bringing the study of the Viking period into a wider perspective.
**Special features**
◾Unique course content not available anywhere else
◾You are taught by international experts in the field
◾We use video conferencing and a virtual learning environment to deliver the course so you can study from anywhere in the world
◾Small class sizes
◾You can also choose unique options in literature, language, creative writing and the North Atlantic world
◾You can study individual modules for personal or professional development, or work towards the PgCert, PgDip, or full masters degree
**How long will my course last?**
◾Full-time: 1 year @ 20 hours per week
◾Part-time structured: 2 years @ 10 hours per week
**Please note that UHI North Highland, UHI Outer Hebrides and UHI West Highland have changed their names to become UHI North, West and Hebrides. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study.**
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | ◾2:1 honours degree or above (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject, such as history, archaeology, literature, or ethnology |
| Location | Orkney UHI Orkney East Road Kirkwall KW15 1LX |
Summary
**What is special about this course?**
The Vikings have been incredibly influential in world history and culture. The Institute for Northern Studies' team will be using their recognised expertise in this area to create this unique and exciting course on offer to students all over the world and to re-evaluate the Vikings; past, present, and future.
Students will be able to critically evaluate key historical, economic, and social developments in the Viking world and analyse the significance and legacy of the cultural history of the Vikings both in isolation and in a wider context temporally and geographically. You will look at Viking iconography in text and film, the role of women, and the significance of runes among other fascinating topics.
As part of the degree, you will study a set of core modules and also have the opportunity to choose from a range of optional modules, bringing the study of the Viking period into a wider perspective.
**Special features**
◾Unique course content not available anywhere else
◾You are taught by international experts in the field
◾We use video conferencing and a virtual learning environment to deliver the course so you can study from anywhere in the world
◾Small class sizes
◾You can also choose unique options in literature, language, creative writing and the North Atlantic world
◾You can study individual modules for personal or professional development, or work towards the PgCert, PgDip, or full masters degree
**How long will my course last?**
◾Full-time: 1 year @ 20 hours per week
◾Part-time structured: 2 years @ 10 hours per week
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | ◾2:1 honours degree or above (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject, such as history, archaeology, literature, or ethnology |
| Location | Orkney UHI Orkney East Road Kirkwall KW15 1LX |
Summary
**What is special about this course?**
The Vikings have been incredibly influential in world history and culture. The Institute for Northern Studies' team will be using their recognised expertise in this area to create this unique and exciting course on offer to students all over the world and to re-evaluate the Vikings; past, present, and future.
Students will be able to critically evaluate key historical, economic, and social developments in the Viking world and analyse the significance and legacy of the cultural history of the Vikings both in isolation and in a wider context temporally and geographically. You will look at Viking iconography in text and film, the role of women, and the significance of runes among other fascinating topics.
As part of the degree, you will study a set of core modules and also have the opportunity to choose from a range of optional modules, bringing the study of the Viking period into a wider perspective.
**Special features**
◾Unique course content not available anywhere else
◾You are taught by international experts in the field
◾We use video conferencing and a virtual learning environment to deliver the course so you can study from anywhere in the world
◾Small class sizes
◾You can also choose unique options in literature, language, creative writing and the North Atlantic world
◾You can study individual modules for personal or professional development, or work towards the PgCert, PgDip, or full masters degree
**How long will my course last?**
◾Full-time: 1 year @ 20 hours per week
◾Part-time structured: 2 years @ 10 hours per week
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | ◾2:1 honours degree or above (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject, such as history, archaeology, literature, or ethnology |
| Location | Orkney UHI Orkney East Road Kirkwall KW15 1LX |
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