BA (Hons) Gaelic and Traditional Music

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Gaelic and Traditional Music offers traditional singers and instrumentalists an outstanding education in Gaelic musical heritage within the broader contexts of Gaelic and related studies.

The course has a strong practical element where students learn from leading musicians and are given frequent opportunities to perform and record, both at the college and further afield.

You will be based in the heart of the Gàidhealtachd at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig UHI and have the option of studying abroad for a semester in Canada or Ireland in the honors (4th) year.

General Eligibility

• 3 Scottish Highers at grade BBC or above, preferably including Gaelic (learners) or Gàidhlig (fluent speakers) at grade B or above OR

• 2 A levels at grade BC or above

• You will be required to attend an interview to assess your Gaelic language skills and an audition to determine your level of musical ability

• Please contact Admissions at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig UHI for specific information regarding the musical audition requirements for this program.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours work permit for international students

Language Requirement

• • Applicants must have an IELTS score- 6.0 or equivalent

  • English (PTE) Academic-58 average with 51 in each component

  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) iBT4-Min 80 or above with min 18 in each section