Master of Arts (Honours) - Celtic and French (QR51)

This joint honours programme provides students with the opportunity to study the languages, literatures, and cultures of the Celtic world and French-speaking countries across the globe.

The programme focuses on the medieval literary tradition in Early Irish and Medieval Welsh, which is considered the most extensive in Europe. It also includes the study of Scottish Gaelic from the late Middle Ages to the present, as well as the exploration of the rich oral tradition recorded from the 18th century onwards and the poetry from the 18th century golden age of Gaelic literature.

Students will also examine the 19th and 20th century responses to the rapid social, cultural, and linguistic changes in countries where Celtic languages are spoken. Additionally, they will study the writing, song, and media production that emerge from the vibrant and diverse contemporary cultural scene in Gaelic Scotland, Ireland, and Wales.

Throughout the program, courses are offered in language, literature, history, and culture, allowing students to tailor their studies to their specific interests in Celtic studies. The faculty's expertise extends to theoretical and practical issues of current sociolinguistics, language policy, and language revitalization.