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Scottish universities have some of the highest rates of satisfaction and employment in the UK. There are a range of different types of institution, some of which are world famous, such as University of Edinburgh, University of Glasgow, and University of St. Andrews.
The Four Year Experience
The university of Edinburgh says: “Scottish degree programmes are designed to include four years of study to give you a broader and more flexible education. They allow you to try a range of subjects before specialising. Even if you know exactly what you want to do, you can study additional subjects and add depth to your education. By the time you graduate your breadth of knowledge will be highly prized by employers, giving you the best chance of success in your chosen field.”
Source: University of St Andrews (presentation provided at VIS in October 2023)
What is a MA in Scotland?
Despite its name, the MA is equivalent to the BA degree you might find in other countries. An MA degree stands for Master of Arts.
Source: https://www.aberdeen-isc.ac.uk/international-study-centre/university-of-aberdeen/scottish-education (accessed on 16th December 2023)
Advantages of the Scottish System
• It may enhance your career prospects by giving you more breadth of skill and knowledge
• You can gain experience of new subject areas without committing long-term
• You may discover new areas of interest or strength and can then tailor your degree to those
• There are often opportunities to study abroad which may impress future employers.
Source:
Guide to UK Universities, BridgeU LTD 2018.
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