Celtic Studies

University of Oxford

Bachelor's degree

In Oxford

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Oxford

  • Start date

    Different dates available

This is a one-year course designed to help those who already possess a good knowledge of Welsh, Irish or another Celtic language to acquire a grounding in areas of Celtic studies which were not part of their first degree course. Alternatively, it can be a path for those who wish to deepen their knowledge in a particular area of Celtic studies. The course consists of the following elements:The option papers allow you to study both Irish and Welsh or only one of the two. You may also select Celtic archaeology or history, as well as linguistic and literary options. Although the regulations are flexible enough to allow for individual preferences, there is also a compulsory language element requiring the close study of medieval texts in the original language(s).

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Oxford (Oxfordshire)
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Wellington Square, OX1 2JD

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  • IT
  • University
  • Welsh
  • Irish

Course programme

The MSt in Celtic Studies provides an appropriate introduction for you if you are contemplating higher research in a DPhil or PhD programme in this area.


  • two option papers, assessed either by essay or written examination
  • a dissertation of between 8,000 and 10,000 words on an approved topic
  • a viva voce examination at the time appointed by the examiners

Many MSt students proceed to doctoral degrees at Oxford or at other universities. Other graduate destinations include teaching, journalism, law, publishing and the civil service.


Changes to the course

The University will seek to deliver this course in accordance with the description set out in this course page. However, there may be situations in which it is desirable or necessary for the University to make changes in course provision, either before or after registration. For further information, please see our page on changes to courses.


The University will seek to deliver this course in accordance with the description set out in this course page. However, there may be situations in which it is desirable or necessary for the University to make changes in course provision, either before or after registration. For further information, please see our page on changes to courses.

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