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University of Aberdeen: Ethnology and Folklore
| Institution | University of Aberdeen View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture View department profile |
| Web | www.abdn.ac.uk/llmvc |
| pgadmissions@abdn.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01224 272090 |
| Study type | Taught |
MLitt
Summary
The MLitt in Ethnology and Folklore is unique in the UK. Through a wide variety of teaching contexts including seminars, field trips, guest lectures, and workshops, students gain a broad and in-depth understanding of the disciplines of Ethnology, Folklore, and Ethnomusicology. These disciplines are built on the study of culture in context and they use ethnographic methodologies to explore how people create meaning and shape the world around them through shared creative culture.
Through case studies of Scottish and international materials, the course will show how disciplinary concepts can be used to investigate important issues in contemporary society. Through a wide range of practical and theoretical training, graduates from a variety of backgrounds will gain a sound knowledge of the concepts, skills, and methodologies of the disciplines. Assessments, including essays, ethnographic reports, podcasts, and films, will ensure students are prepared for professional or academic work, including doctoral research, after graduation.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally a good undergraduate degree (2:2 or higher) in a humanities or social science subject. References are not required in order for applicants to submit an application. They are not usually required in order for a decision to be made but in certain cases applicants may be asked to provide a single academic reference at the request of the academic selector. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| EU | 23000 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 23000 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The MLitt in Ethnology and Folklore is unique in the UK. Through a wide variety of teaching contexts including seminars, field trips, guest lectures, and workshops, students gain a broad and in-depth understanding of the disciplines of Ethnology, Folklore, and Ethnomusicology. These disciplines are built on the study of culture in context and they use ethnographic methodologies to explore how people create meaning and shape the world around them through shared creative culture.
Through case studies of Scottish and international materials, the course will show how disciplinary concepts can be used to investigate important issues in contemporary society. Through a wide range of practical and theoretical training, graduates from a variety of backgrounds will gain a sound knowledge of the concepts, skills, and methodologies of the disciplines. Assessments, including essays, ethnographic reports, podcasts, and films, will ensure students are prepared for professional or academic work, including doctoral research, after graduation.s.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally a good undergraduate degree in a humanities or social science subject. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Study within one of Scotland’s oldest and most culturally rich academic communities.
The School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture (LLMVC) is part of a university founded in 1495, with a long heritage of scholarship in the humanities and creative arts. Today, the School brings together a uniquely interdisciplinary environment where students explore how language, creativity and culture shape our world.
We teach a diverse cohort of undergraduate, postgraduate and research students from across the globe. The wider University community includes around 14,000 students representing over 130 nationalities, fostering a vibrant international environment. Our staff are active …
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