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Overview
For many people over the centuries, growing up in Scotland has been about preparing to leave their homeland. In this The Scottish Diaspora course at the University of Aberdeen you will find out about the generations who have emigrated from Scotland:
- who they were and why they went
- where they settled or spent time
- and the long-term impact for Scotland and the communities in which they made new homes.
Features
Learn to work with many sources and grow your analytical skills as you come to see the real people beyond the stereotypes that have sometimes dominated narratives of emigration and settlement.
Engage with fascinating treasures and unrivalled expertise in Scotland’s rich written, visual and oral past, from the 18th century to the present day. Gain a global view, connecting this rich history and heritage with today’s Scottish diaspora.
Programme Structure
You’ll cover topics including:- historiographical debates, how historians study the Scottish diaspora
- causes and consequences of late-18th-century emigration from Scotland
- the Highland and Lowland Clearances
- the ‘recruitment business’
- Scots in England
- journeying to new lands
- the inter-war exodus from Scotland
- the significance of return migration
- strengths and weaknesses of emigrant testimony as a source
- the diaspora in literature, religion and popular culture
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
- To be confirmed
Language
English
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TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies History View 32 other Short Courses in History in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
IELTS & PTE Test Preparation
E2 Language Test Prep Trusted by 7M+ Students
Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.
- Study on your own schedule
- Live classes with current and ex-examiners
- Accurate score assesment, always
- E2 Score Guarantee - Get your score or your money back!
Other requirements
General requirements
This course has no formal entry requirements. You decide if it’s suitable for you.
The course is delivered at Masters level. At this level, for this course, you’d usually have at least:
- a 2:2 UK honours degree (or equivalent), or
- relevant experience that supports this level of study.
Tuition Fees
Additional Details
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