Program Overview

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History and Spanish & Latin American Studies (5 years), MA

Introduction

History and Spanish & Latin American Studies at Aberdeen bring together two top-rated programmes, adding to your in-depth study of a modern global language and culture with a fascinating and broad study of European and world history through the ages. The language, international outlook and transferable skills you will gain will open up a wide spectrum of careers including international opportunities.

Study Information

At a Glance

• Learning Mode: On Campus Learning
• Degree Qualification: MA
• Duration: 60 months
• Study Mode: Full Time
• Start Month: September
• UCAS Code: RV41

Year 1

Compulsory Courses

• Academic Writing for Language & Literature (AW1008)
• Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen (PD1002)
• Making History (HI1027)

Optional Courses

• Select ONE of the following options:
  • Beginner: Spanish Language 1 (SP1027) or Spanish Language 2 (SP1528)
  • Intermediate: Spanish Language 2 (SP1028) or Spanish Language 3 (SP2525)
  • Advanced: Spanish Language 3 (SP2525)
• Plus select:
  • Spain and Spanish America: History, Culture, Politics (SP1039) AND/OR The Global City (LA1501)
• Select 30 credit points from Level 1 History or Art History courses, plus further credit points from courses of choice to reach 120 credit points.

Year 2

Optional Courses

• Select ONE of the following options:
  • Beginner: Spanish Language 3 (SP2025) or Spanish Language 4 (SP2526)
  • Intermediate/Advanced: Spanish Language 4 (SP2026) or Spanish Language 5 (SP2531)
• Plus select:
  • The Global City (LA1501) AND/OR Latin America: Texts and Contexts (SP2036)
• Select 60 credit points from available Level 2 History courses, plus further courses of choice to gain a total of 120 credit points.

Year 3

Compulsory Courses

• Residence Abroad Project (SP30AB)

Year 4

Compulsory Courses

• Spanish Language 6 (SP30A3)
• Thinking History (HI356J)

Optional Courses

• Select 45 credits of Level 3 Spanish and Latin American Studies courses, plus 30 credit points from Level 3 History courses or ONE of the approved courses listed below.

Year 5

Compulsory Courses

• Spanish Language 7 (SP40A5)

Optional Courses

• Select ONE of the following dissertation options:
  • Dissertation in History (HI4516)
  • Dissertation in Spanish (SP4039) AND History in Practice II (HI4518)
• Select ONE History Special Subject course (listed below), plus 30 credit points of level 4 Spanish courses.

How You'll Study

Learning Methods

• Individual Projects
• Lectures
• Research
• Tutorials

Assessment Methods

• Coursework such as essays and reports completed throughout the course
• Practical assessments of the skills and competencies learned on the course
• Written examinations at the end of each course

Why Study History and Spanish & Latin American Studies?

Why Spanish & Latin American Studies

• The opportunity to study visual culture, literature, history, politics and anthropology in relation to Spain and/or Latin America
• Special areas of research expertise include 20th century Spain, contemporary and historical Mexico, visual culture, gender studies, history of science in Latin America, and studies of citizenship and society
• Multicultural north-east Scotland, with many Spanish speakers working or studying in this region due to its role as a world centre for oil and gas
• The spectacular, award-winning Sir Duncan Rice Library, with top-class study facilities, state-of-the-art learning technology, and extensive Spanish and Latin American works to inspire your studies
• A packed campus programme of events, exhibitions, film showings, and the annual WayWORD literary festival which welcomes international figures, experts, writers and scientists to campus every spring, including authors writing in Spanish

Why History

• Particular strengths in Irish and Scottish studies, Scandinavia, late medieval/early modern period, and research centres studying global empires, history and philosophy of science, technology and medicine, and Russian and Eastern European history
• The inspiration of our beautiful historic campus in Old Aberdeen, where King’s College Chapel, begun in 1495 by University founder Bishop Elphinstone, is a treasure-house of history and religious turbulence
• Major international treasures including 7,000 early printed books, the magnificent 12th century Aberdeen Bestiary, large Jacobite collection, works of the Scottish Enlightenment, and fascinating local records dating from the middle ages
• A packed campus programme of student and public events, exhibitions, seminars, invited speakers and the annual WayWord literary festival
• Spectacular, award-winning Sir Duncan Rice Library, combining top-class study facilities with state-of-the-art technology, and an online catalogue giving you access to thousands of books and millions of journal articles on the web

Entry Requirements

Qualifications

• SQA Highers: Standard: AABB, Minimum: BBB, Adjusted: BB
• A LEVELS: Standard: BBB, Minimum: BBC, Adjusted: CCC
• International Baccalaureate: 32 points, including 5, 5, 5 at HL
• Irish Leaving Certificate: 5H with 3 at H2 AND 2 at H3

English Language Requirements

• IELTS Academic: OVERALL - 6.0 with: Listening - 5.5; Reading - 5.5; Speaking - 5.5; Writing - 6.0
• TOEFL iBT: OVERALL - 78 with: Listening - 17; Reading - 18; Speaking - 20; Writing - 21
• PTE Academic: OVERALL - 59 with: Listening - 59; Reading - 59; Speaking - 59; Writing - 59
• Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: OVERALL - 169 with: Listening - 162; Reading - 162; Speaking - 162; Writing - 169

Fees and Funding

• England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland: £9,535
• EU / International students: £20,800
• Self-funded international students commencing eligible undergraduate programmes in 2025/26 will receive a £6,000 tuition waiver for every year of their programme
• Home Students: £1,820

Careers

• There are many opportunities at the University of Aberdeen to develop your knowledge, gain experience and build a competitive set of skills to enhance your employability
• The Careers and Employability Service can help you to plan your career and support your choices throughout your time with us, from first to final year – and beyond

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