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    Language, Culture and History: Scandinavian Studies MA

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    London, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £35,400.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits
    £90.00
    App fee

    Language, Culture and History: Scandinavian Studies MA at UCL is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in London, GB. Tuition is £35,400.

    About the program

    Develops understanding of Scandinavian culture in a global context. Includes learning or improving knowledge of a Nordic language (Danish, Finnish, Icelandic, Norwegian or Swedish), courses in history, literature, and culture, and a dissertation.

    Focus: both
    7th for Arts & Humanities (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025 by subject)
    Part-time option

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    2 years (Graduate Route visa)

    $17,000.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Language, Culture and History: Scandinavian Studies MA at UCL cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Language, Culture and History: Scandinavian Studies MA at UCL is £35,400 across 180 required credits.
    Is Language, Culture and History: Scandinavian Studies MA at UCL online or in-person?
    Language, Culture and History: Scandinavian Studies MA at UCL is offered in-person.
    How long does Language, Culture and History: Scandinavian Studies MA at UCL take to complete?
    Language, Culture and History: Scandinavian Studies MA at UCL is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Language, Culture and History: Scandinavian Studies MA at UCL?
    Per the program's published guidance: Upper second-class (2:1)
    What work-permit options follow Language, Culture and History: Scandinavian Studies MA at UCL?
    Post-completion work rights for Language, Culture and History: Scandinavian Studies MA at UCL: 2 years (Graduate Route visa)