MA Welsh and Celtic studies
The MA in Welsh and Celtic Studies is a unique taught masters that enables students to explore the full range of Celtic languages and literatures, from the earliest period to the modern day.
Celtic Studies is a fascinating discipline, and this degree will give you the chance to study, with expert tuition, individual Celtic languages, as well as their literature and culture. Whether you are interested in language, literature or culture, you'll be able to choose from a wide variety of subjects that interest you. Comparative modules will prepare you to critically examine the origins of the Celtic-speaking peoples and the intriguing historiography of Celtic Studies. In the dissertation module, you will work under the guidance of an expert to develop a research project which speaks to your own specific research interests.
You don't have to be fluent in Welsh or Irish to study this course. Its flexible structure makes it suitable for those who are entirely new to Celtic Studies as well as those who have studied Celtic languages and literatures at undergraduate level.
Aberystwyth is the ideal location for those who wish to develop their interest in Welsh and Celtic Studies, an environment where the medieval and modern sit, with ease, side by side. One of the strengths of this MA, and one which sets it apart from similar schemes, is that we will enable and encourage you to develop your Welsh-language skills, whether you come to us as a Welsh speaker or learner, or as a complete beginner. It is vital for researchers in medieval and modern Welsh literature to be able to access the important scholarly work done in the Welsh language, and students on this scheme will be able to take Welsh language modules to help them develop this highly important skill.
The Department of Welsh and Celtic Studies in Aberystwyth is unmatched in its expertise across all the Celtic languages, from the ancient to the modern. Located in the heart of Welsh-speaking Wales, it is a world-renowned centre for research, and home to an international, lively and welcoming cohort of students and staff.
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Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
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PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
These qualifications are used as part of the University's own assessment of English Language ability. Applicants will be required to provide evidence of their qualification.
Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Management and Business (MSc and MBA) - Art, Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences, Computer Science (Research only), Education and Lifelong Learning, European Languages, Food and Water Security (MSc), History and Welsh History, Information Studies, Law and Criminology (Taught LLM courses), Management and Business (PhD and MPhil)Welsh - English Literature and Creative Writing (Masters),Geography and Earth Sciences, International Politics exc Food and Water Security (MSc), Law and Criminology (PhD, MPhil and LLM by Research), Psychology, Theatre, Film and Television Studies - English and Creative Writing (PhD)
Comparable IELTS level - 6.0 - 6.5 - 7.0 - 7.5
TOEFL iBT - 88 with minimum component scores: Reading 18, Listening 17, Speaking 20, Writing 17 - 93 with minimum component scores: Reading 18, Listening 17, Speaking 20, Writing 17 - 100 with minimum component scores: Reading 24, Listening 22, Speaking 25, Writing 24 - 105 with minimum component scores: Reading 25, Listening 25, Speaking 25, Writing 25
Cambridge C1 Advanced Formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) - C with a minimum score of 162 in each component - C with a minimum score of 169 in each component. English & Creative Writing (Masters): 180 in each component - B with a minimum score of 191 in each component
Pearson PTE Academic - 55 with minimum scores of 51 in each component - 62 with minimum scores of 51 in each component - 68 with minimum scores of 65 in each component - 75 with minimum scores of 73 in each component
INDIA Standard XII (awarded by CBSE, CISCE, West Bengal, Karnataka, Maharashtra & Tamil Nadu boards) - 70% or above (from these boards when education has been completed in English Medium) - 75% or above (from these boards when education has been completed in English Medium) - 80% or above (from these boards when education has been completed in English Medium) - IELTS 7.5
- Course Code: Q506
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
15200 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A