Criminology with Gaelic Studies BA (Hons)

What is special about this course?

This flexible and student-focused degree gives you the opportunity to combine two complementary subjects: criminology and Gaelic studies. You will explore a wide range of topics, from the changing nature of crime and its social, political and historical contexts, to the history, development and present state of Gaelic language and culture. The course highlights the value of both empirical research and theoretical approaches, which are central to humanities and social science disciplines.

In your first and second years, you will follow a broad and balanced introduction to both criminology and Gaelic studies. In years three and four, you will study more focused topics based on current issues and the research specialisms of teaching staff. Each year, you will continue to develop your analytical, research and digital skills, supporting your personal and professional growth.

The course also gives you the chance to study other humanities subjects such as philosophy, history, literature, archaeology and politics. Whether you are a complete beginner or already have experience with Gaelic, you will be supported throughout your language learning.

Taught by experienced and research-active staff, this course also offers opportunities to attend and present at an annual staff/student social sciences conference. You will graduate with a strong and adaptable skillset, suited to a wide range of careers or further study. Full-time and part-time options are available, helping you to fit your studies around your personal circumstances.

Special features

• Combine your study of the social world in relation to crime and its control with study of the Gaelic world and its culture
• Develop strong research, methodological and digital skills to support your future career
• Learn Gaelic as a complete beginner or build on existing knowledge
• Learn from highly experienced and research-active academics and study exciting upper-level modules based on their research
• Choose individual modules for personal or professional development and benefit from the flexibility of full-time or part-time study options

Entry requirements

• 3 Scottish Highers at grades BBC or above OR
• 2 A levels at grades BC or above
• At least two should be from the list of relevant academic subjects
• Applicants with other relevant qualifications or experience will be considered on an individual basis
• Advanced entry to year two may be available with HNC Social Sciences (12 SQA credits) with 3 additional SQA credits at level 7, which is equivalent to 120 degree credit points, and at least grade C in the Graded Unit
• Advanced entry to year three may be available with HND Social Sciences (30 SQA credits), with at least grades AB in the L8 Graded Units. This will be determined on a case-by-case basis, depending on additional qualifications/experience beyond the HND, as relevant to the programme of study. If not found to be appropriate, entry will be offered at year two

Year 1 - CertHE

You will study the following core modules:

• Comparative institutions of justice    
• Gaelic for learners 1a    
• Gaelic for learners 1b
• Introduction to criminological theory    
• Understanding the social world    

You will also have the freedom to choose one optional module from the full range offered across the Humanities curriculum.

Year 2 - DipHE

You will study the following core modules:

• Folklore
• History of crime and punishment    
• Introduction to Gaelic poetry    
• Politics of policing    
• Qualitative research methods    

You will also have the freedom to choose one optional module from the full range offered across the Humanities curriculum.

Year 3 - BA

You will study the following core modules:

• Advanced social research and analysis    
• Language policy and planning  
• Traditional Gaelic culture    

You will also study two of the following optional modules:

• Psychology of criminal justice
• Strange cases: crime literature and the construction of crime
• Victimology

Year 4 - BA (Hons)

You will study the following core modules:

• Dissertation (Criminology)
• Language policy in the workplace    
• Traditional Gaelic culture in the 21st century

Plus either of the following:

• Globalisation, technology and crime
• Cultural criminology PLUS Understanding violence and crime in sport

Fees

For students normally domiciled in Scotland, with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:

This includes

• EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status in the UK,
• EEA/Swiss nationals with settled status in the UK
• EEA/Swiss nationals with pre-settled status who are self-employed or migrant workers in the UK.

Rest of UK students

For students normally domiciled in the rest of the UK (England, Wales and N. Ireland, including Channel Islands and the Isle of Man) and with a term time address in Scotland studying this course full time, the following fees apply:

4th year free only for students studying full-time, on continuous study, who have paid for the previous three years at the University of the Highlands and Islands.

Part-time (per 20 credit module) - £1,542.

Fees are payable in advance each academic year unless otherwise agreed.

There are a number of funding options available to UK students to help you pay for your studies and your cost of living while studying.

EU/EEA and Swiss nationals without settled or pre-settled status in the UK

Following the UK’s departure from the European Union, the Scottish Government confirmed that EU/EEA and Swiss nationals, who do not have settled or pre-settled status, will be considered as international for fee purposes. Students will get an automatic scholarship of £3,000 per annum and the 4^th year of study will be free for those studying full-time, on continuous study, who have paid for the previous three years at the University of the Highlands and Islands.

This includes EEA/Swiss nationals with pre-settled status who are not self-employed or migrant workers in the UK.

International students

For students who do not normally reside in the UK or European Union and with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:

Part-time study is not open to international students requiring Student Route visa sponsorship to study in the UK.

Further information on international course fees.

A no fee increase guarantee is available for self-funding full-time and structured part-time rest of the UK, EU and international undergraduate students for continuous study for the same award, up to the permitted standard time limit for the relevant award.

Funding

UHI has a number of scholarships, bursaries, awards, and discretionary fund opportunities available to new and current students. Please use the A-Z of funds or use the filter to see which ones may be relevant to you. All students are welcome to apply.

Further information on funding your studies is also available, please see the attached link or contact the relevant UHI partner.