Culture and Heritage Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Culture and Heritage Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
The BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage, and related joint honours degrees, will appeal to anybody who has an interest in how the identity of the Highlands and Islands was formed, how history and decisions taken outside the region have fashioned our character and landscapes, and how that translates to life today.
You will study a wide range of subjects allowing you to explore the key cultural, historical, literary, language, musical and philosophical issues of the region, at both regional and national levels, as well as placing them within a global context. The programme covers...
The BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage, and related joint honours degrees, will appeal to anybody who has an interest in how the identity of the Highlands and Islands was formed, how history and decisions taken outside the region have fashioned our character and landscapes, and how that translates to life today.
You will study a wide range of subjects allowing you to explore the key cultural, historical, literary, language, musical and philosophical issues of the region, at both regional and national levels, as well as placing them within a global context. The programme covers everything from art, film, and literature, to museums, Vikings, and language.
The course is aimed at anyone who wishes to study in this growing interdisciplinary field. You can set your own research agenda, enabling you to choose your topics for study at all levels. Teaching is multi-disciplinary, and you will bring this all together in your learning throughout your studies.
Take this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the wealth of culture and heritage within the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, gaining an understanding of our place in the world today while situating your studies within a global context.
Please see our FAQ sheet on our website for further information on this course.
Please note this course is delivered entirely online and available to study from anywhere in the world. Applicants outwith Scotland including International, should apply to the UHI Orkney study location.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-01
Campus
North, West and Hebrides
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A16-D83
Institution Code
H49
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
A level
At least two should be from the list of relevant academic subjects - the list can be found on our website
Scottish Higher
At least two should be from the list of relevant academic subjects - the list can be found on our website
Scottish HNC
Advanced entry to year two: • HNC Social Sciences (12 SQA credits) with 3 additional SQA credits at level 7, and at least grade C in the Graded Unit, will be considered for direct entry to year two OR • NextGen HNC Social Sciences (15 SQA credits at SCQF level 7 - Achieved) will be considered for direct entry to year two
Scottish HND
Advanced entry to year 3: • HND Social Sciences (30 SQA credits), with a minimum of grades AB in the level 8 graded units OR • NextGen HND Social Sciences (15 SQA credits at SCQF level 8 - Achieved with Distinction) will be considered for direct entry to year three on a case-by-case basis, depending on additional qualifications/experience beyond the HND, relevant to the programme of study. If not found to be appropriate, entry will be offered at year two
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £6,805 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £7,505 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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