Sociology/French MA

University of Glasgow · honours · 5 years · optional placement year · year abroad · UCAS 3128course page ↗

ABB – BBB at A level, A-level English or another Humanities subject; graduates earn a median £23,000 three years on.

Typical A level offer
ABB – BBB

A-level English or another Humanities subject · 61% of entrants came with A levels · 90% stay on after year 1 · Glasgow course page, Discover Uni

Year 13 · applying

What do you need to get in?

ABB – BBBtypical A level offer

Typical offer — the grades most applicants are asked for. A contextual offer can be lower for applicants from under-represented backgrounds; none is published for this course.

Glasgow course page, read 19 September 2026 · Discover Uni entry profile

  1. 1A-level English or another Humanities subject
Who actually got in: 61% with A levels, 1% with the IB, 21% via Access courses, 7% with other higher education. 48% arrived with 208 or more UCAS tariff points — roughly A*A*A or better. Based on 105 entrants.

UCAS tariff points — a points scale for grades: A* = 56, A = 48, so A*A*A = 160. Entrants’ totals include extra subjects.

Other qualifications2
QualificationTypical offerRequired subjects
Scottish HighersAAAABminimum from S5: BBBBHigher English and a Higher Humanities subject at AA. (AB or BA may be considered).
IB34 (6,5,5)English HL6 or Humanities HL6 with English SL6.
Years 1–5

What do you study?

3compulsory modules in year 1

Compulsory modules this year: language & communication 80% · arts & humanities 15% · transversal skills 5%.

Module — one course unit, usually a term or a year long; “core” means everyone takes it. One UK credit is about ten hours of study; a full year is 120 credits.

Glasgow course page · optional modules vary by year

Year 1 · 3 core · 80 credits ≈ 800 hours
  • French Culture 1 (Non-Beginners)
    What you learn (5)
    • apply knowledge of studied texts to their cultural context
    • analyse thematic, formal and linguistic features of a text
    • connect lecture themes to specific texts or films studied
    • construct a reasoned argument about studied material
    • evaluate secondary reading related to lectures and texts
    FRENCH1004 20 cr
  • French Language 1 (Beginners)
    What you learn (7)
    • read and comprehend beginner-level texts in the target language
    • analyse the structure and meaning of simple foreign-language texts
    • translate beginner-level texts into the target or native language
    • speak confidently in the target language on familiar topics
    • apply basic grammatical structures and vocabulary correctly in speech
    • answer oral and written questions accurately using basic grammar
    • produce written texts demonstrating beginner-level vocabulary and grammar
    FRENCH1005 40 cr
  • French Language 1 (Non-Beginners)
    What you learn (11)
    • read pre-intermediate texts of varying styles in the target language
    • analyse the meaning and structure of pre-intermediate foreign-language texts
    • translate pre-intermediate texts into another language accurately
    • speak confidently in the target language on familiar topics
    • present ideas clearly using appropriate register and intonation
    • apply appropriate structures and idioms when speaking
    • respond accurately to spoken questions in the target language
    • respond accurately to written questions in the target language
    • apply main grammatical structures appropriately in communication
    • produce written texts demonstrating pre-intermediate vocabulary and grammar
    • use idiomatic expressions appropriately in written work
    FRENCH1006 20 cr
Year 2 · 2 core · 40 credits ≈ 400 hours
  • French Culture 2
    What you learn (8)
    • describe key historical events of the countries and periods studied
    • explain the content and themes of studied texts and films
    • critique studied texts and films using interpretive reasoning
    • evaluate core theoretical concepts presented in lectures
    • apply theoretical concepts to the analysis of studied texts
    • identify formal features within literary and cultural texts
    • analyse the significance of formal features within the language culture
    • apply critical approaches to discuss course texts
    FRENCH2010 20 cr
  • French Language 2
    What you learn (11)
    • read and comprehend intermediate-level French texts of varied styles
    • analyse intermediate-level French texts
    • translate intermediate-level French texts into another language
    • speak confidently in French on topics covered in the course
    • present ideas effectively using appropriate register and intonation
    • use appropriate structures and idioms in spoken French
    • respond confidently to oral questions in French
    • respond confidently to written questions in French
    • apply advanced grammatical structures accurately in French
    • produce written French texts demonstrating intermediate vocabulary and grammar
    • use idiomatic expressions appropriately in written French
    FRENCH2011 20 cr
Year 3 · 3 core · 360 credits ≈ 3,600 hours
Year 4 · 61 core · 1020 credits ≈ 10,200 hours
  • The Brothers Grimm and the European Fairy Tale
    What you learn (3)
    • describe the defining features of the folktale genre
    • construct plausible interpretations of selected tales with supporting reasoning
    • explain the origins of the literary written tradition of fairy tales
    COMPLIT4017 20 cr
  • Narrating the City: Representation of Urban Space in Literature and Film
    What you learn (6)
    • evaluate spatial concepts such as centrality, periphery and exile
    • apply spatial concepts to analyse urban representations
    • analyse spatial practices across genre, gender, culture and period
    • apply theoretical frameworks to interpret urban space in texts and films
    • critique differing theoretical approaches to spatial representation
    • construct a coherent argument supported by varied sources
    COMPLIT4027 20 cr
  • Classic European Cinema East and West
    What you learn (6)
    • identify key developments in classic European cinema themes and styles
    • describe cinema's role as a tool for social self-examination
    • discuss European cinema developments within their socio-historical context
    • relate European cinema trends to broader world cinema developments
    • analyse cinematic developments using relevant theoretical frameworks
    • evaluate cinematic developments through critical discussion
    COMPLIT4028 20 cr
  • Myths and Modern Imagination
    What you learn (6)
    • compare original texts with their adaptations
    • explain cultural context specific to an adapted version
    • compare adaptations of a single text set in different places and periods
    • analyse narratives using literary and film theories such as structuralism or narratology
    • describe how meaning shifts across rewritings and translations
    • analyse how socio-historical context shapes interpretation of a text
    COMPLIT4032 20 cr
  • Transcultural Connections: 'Classic' Texts and their Adaptations across Cultures
    What you learn (8)
    • compare set texts and films by different authors and contexts
    • evaluate how texts and films relate to their social and historical context
    • identify key issues and features in prescribed texts and adaptations
    • discuss how representations of a text develop across versions
    • contribute to seminar discussions on themes and context of set material
    • analyse texts with regard to ideological and socio-cultural context
    • produce structured written analysis of set texts
    • integrate secondary sources into an original argument
    COMPLIT4033 20 cr
  • Cervantes in Hollywood
    What you learn (3)
    • develop broader international perspective on cultural issues
    • formulate personal analytical criteria for comparative metafiction
    • present analytical arguments in essays and class discussions
    COMPLIT4037 20 cr
  • Czech Cinema: A case study of a country in Europe through the history of film
    What you learn (4)
    • describe the content and themes of the films studied
    • explain the political issues reflected in late 20th century czech films
    • explain the social issues reflected in late 20th century czech films
    • identify key critical texts used in the study of czech cinema
    CZECH4001 20 cr
  • Subsidiary Czech Language (Beginners)
    What you learn (9)
    • read beginner-level texts in the target language
    • analyse the structure and meaning of short foreign-language texts
    • translate simple texts from czech into english
    • speak fluently in czech on familiar course-related topics
    • apply basic grammatical structures correctly in spoken czech
    • answer spoken questions accurately using basic czech grammar
    • answer written questions accurately using basic czech grammar
    • write short texts in czech using appropriate vocabulary and grammar
    • use idiomatic expressions in beginner-level written czech
    CZECH4008 20 cr
  • Subsidiary Czech Language (Intermediate)
    What you learn (11)
    • read and comprehend intermediate-level texts in Czech
    • analyse the style and content of intermediate Czech texts
    • translate intermediate Czech texts into another language
    • speak confidently in Czech on familiar topics
    • present ideas clearly using appropriate register and intonation
    • use appropriate idiomatic structures when speaking Czech
    • respond accurately to spoken questions in Czech
    • respond accurately to written questions in Czech
    • apply advanced grammatical structures appropriately in Czech
    • produce written texts in Czech demonstrating intermediate vocabulary
    • apply intermediate grammar and idiom accurately in writing
    CZECH4009 20 cr
  • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (Hons)
    What you learn (5)
    • apply language system descriptions to classroom lesson planning
    • design lessons or lesson segments for defined learner groups
    • apply pedagogical principles when planning language lessons
    • identify current issues affecting the TESOL profession
    • evaluate the significance of local, national and global TESOL issues
    EAS4001 20 cr
  • Bande Dessinee
    What you learn (2)
    • analyse images from BD albums to show text-image relations
    • evaluate sources using accurate citation and referencing practice
    FRENCH4002 20 cr
  • Court And Conflict In Medieval French Literature
    What you learn (8)
    • assess relationships between medieval french texts and their contexts
    • identify major themes and generic features in medieval court literature
    • discuss courtly ideals and court settings in prescribed texts
    • use translations and parallel-text editions to interpret old french
    • compare set medieval texts to highlight similarities and differences
    • contribute to seminar discussions analysing literary and cultural themes
    • integrate secondary scholarship into an original literary argument
    • write analytical essays with appropriate referencing on course topics
    FRENCH4004 20 cr
  • French Cinema
    What you learn (8)
    • identify distinct movements within French cinema
    • evaluate how historical and social contexts shape French film production
    • apply critical terminology accurately in film analysis writing
    • apply critical concepts effectively during class discussion
    • assess the expressive impact of techniques used in film production stages
    • assess the expressive impact of post-production editing choices
    • present complex arguments clearly in written form
    • present complex arguments clearly in oral form
    FRENCH4006 20 cr
  • French Dissertation
    What you learn (9)
    • formulate a research question for independent investigation
    • select an appropriate methodology from qualitative, quantitative or theoretical approaches
    • apply the chosen methodology to a research topic
    • evaluate existing scholarship relevant to a chosen research area
    • synthesise findings from multiple academic sources
    • relate a research topic to existing work in the same field
    • structure a dissertation clearly and coherently
    • apply academic referencing conventions consistently to bibliographies and footnotes
    • reflect on personal skills development relevant to future employment
    FRENCH4007P 20 cr
  • Language And Socio-Cultural Identity In Modern France
    What you learn (3)
    • explain linguistic, cultural and socio-historical contexts of modern french society
    • use precise critical terminology relevant to language study
    • compare different approaches to sociolinguistic research
    FRENCH4010 20 cr
  • Modern French Thought
    What you learn (5)
    • apply critical terminology accurately in written analysis
    • apply critical concepts with discrimination in class discussion
    • relate philosophical, religious and literary perspectives in study
    • communicate critical analysis of texts clearly and effectively
    • present close readings of set texts using transferable skills
    FRENCH4012 20 cr
  • Satire And Subversion In Medieval French Literature
    What you learn (7)
    • assess links between medieval texts and their social-historical context
    • identify major themes and generic features in medieval texts
    • discuss uses of humour and subversion in prescribed texts
    • use translations and parallel-text editions to interpret old french
    • compare set texts to highlight meaningful similarities and differences
    • integrate secondary sources effectively into an original argument
    • compose well-referenced analytical essays on medieval literary topics
    FRENCH4015 20 cr
  • The European Emblem
    What you learn (3)
    • analyse images from emblem collections to explain text-image relations
    • describe formal features and generic conventions of text-image works
    • cite set texts accurately to demonstrate detailed textual knowledge
    FRENCH4022 20 cr
  • Travel Writing
    What you learn (6)
    • discuss assigned literary texts in depth
    • analyse french-language travel writing through close reading
    • select and reference sources accurately to support critical arguments
    • describe the formal features and genre conventions of travel writing
    • explain how historical and social context shapes literary works
    • apply relevant critical terminology and concepts appropriately
    FRENCH4027 20 cr
  • French Honours Spoken Language (Junior)
    What you learn (6)
    • speak fluently in french using varied grammar and vocabulary
    • discuss intellectual and cultural topics with critical reflection
    • formulate independent viewpoints when discussing academic subjects
    • apply intercultural awareness during spoken interaction
    • interact confidently with native speakers in formal settings
    • interact confidently with native speakers in informal settings
    FRENCH4082
  • French Honours Spoken Language (Senior)
    What you learn (7)
    • speak fluently in French using varied grammar and vocabulary accurately
    • discuss academic, intellectual and cultural topics articulately in French
    • evaluate ideas critically and independently during spoken discussion
    • apply intercultural competence when communicating orally in French
    • communicate spontaneously with native French speakers across formal and informal contexts
    • deliver a fluent and accurate formal presentation in French
    • use advanced presentation techniques to engage an audience
    FRENCH4083 20 cr
  • French Honours Written Language (Junior)
    What you learn (4)
    • produce accurate written text in the target language
    • apply suitable presentational and rhetorical techniques in writing
    • translate texts from varied sources between english and the target language
    • respond appropriately to texts of varying styles and registers
    FRENCH4085
  • French Honours Written Language (Senior)
    What you learn (5)
    • compose grammatically accurate texts in the target language
    • apply rhetorical and presentational techniques when writing in the target language
    • translate texts from varied sources into the target language or english
    • interpret texts written in different styles and registers in the target language
    • produce a suitable written response to a given text in the target language
    FRENCH4086 40 cr
  • Consumption, Culture and Society in Modern France
    What you learn (7)
    • explain why changing consumption patterns provoked cultural anxiety in France
    • evaluate popular and academic arguments about french consumer society
    • analyse how class, gender and national identity shape consumption debates
    • connect ideas from different parts of the course with independent research
    • collaborate within a group project to fulfil an individual role effectively
    • present analytical arguments clearly in oral and written form
    • cite sources and evidence correctly while attributing contributions
    FRENCH4095 20 cr
  • The Twenty-First Century Novel in French
    What you learn (6)
    • situate a prescribed french-language text within its social and historical context
    • evaluate the underlying themes of a prescribed literary text
    • describe the historical evolution of the french novel as a literary form
    • position post-2000 french novels within the broader literary historical timeline
    • construct coherent written arguments about contemporary french novels
    • construct coherent spoken arguments about contemporary french novels
    FRENCH4097 20 cr
  • Zombies and Terror: Representations of Haitian Dictatorship
    What you learn (7)
    • evaluate how films and texts relate to their social, historical and political contexts
    • identify major themes and issues in set material on haitian dictatorship
    • discuss moral and political complexities raised by representations of dictatorship
    • compare authors' and filmmakers' approaches to a shared historical context
    • contribute analytical comments on themes and context during seminar discussion
    • produce a well-structured piece of academic writing on a set text topic
    • integrate secondary sources into an original argument
    FRENCH4098 20 cr
  • Food and Culture in France
    What you learn (7)
    • discuss how the role of food has changed in contemporary French society
    • apply critical reading techniques to French literary texts
    • apply critical reading techniques to French non-literary texts
    • express personal opinions in written French across different media formats
    • select relevant primary and secondary sources for a research task
    • evaluate the reliability and relevance of research sources
    • organize research material into a coherent structure
    FRENCH4104 20 cr
  • Writing the Visual: The Art of the Text
    What you learn (6)
    • discuss selected literary texts in detail
    • analyse chosen paintings in detail
    • produce close critical readings of textual depictions of images
    • select and reference sources accurately to support critical arguments
    • examine the relationship between text and image in Francophone literature
    • apply relevant critical terminology and concepts appropriately
    FRENCH4105 20 cr
  • Modern French Poetry and Poetics
    What you learn (4)
    • analyse a range of poems using relevant critical concepts
    • explain how cultural context shapes the composition of poetry
    • discuss the role of poetry within French culture
    • evaluate the continued relevance of poetry today
    FRENCH4108 20 cr
  • Subsidiary French Language (Beginners)
    What you learn (9)
    • read and comprehend beginner-level texts in the target language
    • analyse the structure and meaning of simple foreign-language texts
    • translate short texts from french into english
    • speak confidently in french on familiar course-related topics
    • apply basic french grammar, idiom and vocabulary correctly in speech
    • respond accurately to spoken questions in french
    • respond accurately to written questions in french
    • produce written texts in french demonstrating accurate vocabulary and grammar
    • use idiomatic expressions appropriately in written french
    FRENCH4109 20 cr
  • European Political Thought: A View from Germany
    What you learn (5)
    • connect different political themes to one another and to primary texts
    • demonstrate familiarity with major philosophical texts from Plato to Habermas
    • discuss philosophical themes and issues confidently in debate
    • critically evaluate major works of political thought
    • construct well-referenced written arguments on political philosophy topics
    GERMAN4054 20 cr
  • Brecht
    What you learn (3)
    • analyse how language functions as a creative construction
    • analyse language as a tool for ideological persuasion
    • formulate original critical arguments in written assessments
    GERMAN4060 20 cr
  • Catalan 1
    What you learn (9)
    • introduce oneself and others in Catalan
    • ask and answer questions about personal information such as residence and occupation
    • describe family relationships and acquaintances in Catalan
    • produce grammatically correct written Catalan texts at course level
    • communicate clearly in spoken Catalan at course level
    • interpret spoken Catalan materials at course level
    • interpret written Catalan materials at course level
    • apply core Catalan vocabulary and grammatical structures from the course
    • use everyday expressions and basic phrases in common situations
    HISP4005 20 cr
  • Catalan 2
    What you learn (10)
    • produce clear and grammatically accurate written Catalan
    • produce clear and grammatically accurate spoken Catalan
    • exchange information verbally on familiar everyday topics
    • apply appropriate grammar and vocabulary to resolve communicative problems
    • describe personal background and immediate surroundings in catalan
    • hold a conversation on a range of familiar topics
    • interpret spoken catalan texts on familiar everyday subjects
    • interpret written catalan texts on familiar everyday subjects
    • demonstrate mastery of the catalan vocabulary and grammar covered in the course
    • compose extended pieces of written catalan
    HISP4006 20 cr
  • The Medievalists: the Middle Ages in 20th century Eastern and Central Europe
    What you learn (6)
    • analyse historical texts in detail to identify underlying meaning
    • evaluate techniques used to construct particular versions of national history
    • deliver a presentation on a set literary or artistic work relevant to the course
    • participate in unplanned discussion about set novels, plays, films, opera and poetry
    • discuss how current cultural values influence historical study
    • discuss how historical perceptions shape present-day cultural debates
    HIST4246 20 cr
  • Czechoslovakia: A case study of a country in Europe through the history of film
    What you learn (8)
    • identify key features of twentieth century development in a central european nation
    • interpret films as cultural artefacts within their historical context
    • describe major political and social issues affecting europeans over the last century
    • apply historical research methods to the study of cultural artefacts
    • explain how theory contributes to historical interpretation
    • examine a range of film sources for historical analysis
    • describe how film sources contribute to historical explanation
    • evaluate cinematic cultural artefacts using critical analytical skills
    HIST4261 20 cr
  • History through film and literature: Crisis situations
    What you learn (7)
    • identify key features of twentieth century history in Central European nations
    • describe major political and social issues affecting Europeans over the last century
    • apply suitable historical methods to analyse cultural artefacts
    • interpret literary works within their historical context
    • examine diverse literary sources for historical analysis
    • explain how literary sources contribute to historical explanation
    • evaluate the contribution of theory to historical interpretation
    HIST4268 20 cr
  • Text/Image Cultures: Theory and Practice
    What you learn (3)
    • evaluate a text-image cultural object using critical concepts
    • apply semiotic concepts to analyse cultural material
    • construct a sustained written argument drawing on diverse sources
    MODLANG4005 20 cr
  • Subsidiary Chinese (Mandarin) Language (Intermediate)
    What you learn (11)
    • read and comprehend intermediate-level Chinese texts of various styles
    • analyse the content and structure of intermediate Chinese texts
    • translate intermediate Chinese texts into another language
    • speak confidently in Mandarin on familiar course-related topics
    • present ideas clearly in Mandarin using appropriate register and tone
    • apply appropriate idioms and structures when speaking Mandarin
    • respond accurately to spoken questions in Mandarin
    • respond accurately to written questions in Mandarin
    • apply advanced grammatical structures appropriately in responses
    • produce written Mandarin texts demonstrating intermediate vocabulary use
    • produce written Mandarin texts applying correct grammar and idiom
    MODLANG4010 20 cr
  • Latin American Cinema
    What you learn (8)
    • explain national and transnational contexts shaping the film industry
    • analyse how films challenge or reinforce dominant ideas of national identity
    • analyse how films represent race, gender and social class
    • apply relevant film studies concepts and terminology in film analysis
    • present coherent arguments in oral discussion
    • present coherent arguments in written form
    • conduct independent research to prepare oral presentations
    • support arguments using primary and secondary sources
    MODLANG4011 20 cr
  • Translation Studies: An introduction to key topics in theory and practice
    What you learn (4)
    • translate texts of varied genres across different subject areas
    • describe own translation strategy using relevant theoretical concepts
    • justify translation choices by referencing translation studies theories
    • evaluate critically the sources used to inform a translation
    MODLANG4012 20 cr
  • Censorship In Western Culture
    What you learn (6)
    • evaluate the justifications given for censorship in diverse cultural contexts
    • identify continuities across different censorship practices over time
    • evaluate the effects of variations between censorship practices
    • assess how censorship shapes political debate, communication and artistic production
    • assess the effect of social taboos and self-censorship on Western societies
    • produce a well-researched academic essay using critical argumentation skills
    MODLANG4013 20 cr
  • Language Policy and Planning for European Minority Languages
    What you learn (8)
    • evaluate factors influencing language planning at different governance levels
    • analyse theoretical frameworks used in language policy studies
    • synthesise methodological approaches applied to language planning
    • collect data relevant to language planning and policy research
    • analyse and present findings from language planning research
    • assess current minority language planning against international best practice
    • evaluate social, psychological, economic and political causes of language decline
    • critique arguments for and against reversing minority language decline
    MODLANG4015 20 cr
  • Subsidiary Polish Language (Beginners)
    What you learn (7)
    • read and comprehend beginner-level texts in the target language
    • analyse the structure and meaning of simple foreign-language texts
    • translate beginner-level texts into and from the target language
    • speak confidently on familiar topics using basic vocabulary and idiom
    • apply basic grammatical structures correctly in spoken language
    • answer oral and written questions using correct basic grammar
    • write texts demonstrating beginner-level vocabulary and grammar use
    POLISH4007 20 cr
  • Subsidiary Polish Language (Intermediate)
    What you learn (11)
    • read and comprehend intermediate-level texts in Polish
    • analyse stylistic features of varied Polish texts
    • translate intermediate-level Polish texts into another language
    • speak confidently on course-related topics in Polish
    • present ideas effectively using appropriate register and intonation
    • use appropriate idiomatic structures when speaking Polish
    • respond confidently to oral questions in Polish
    • respond confidently to written questions in Polish
    • apply advanced grammatical structures accurately in Polish
    • produce written texts in Polish using intermediate vocabulary and grammar
    • use idiomatic expressions appropriately in written Polish
    POLISH4008 20 cr
  • Subsidiary Portuguese Language (Beginners)
    What you learn (9)
    • read beginner-level texts in the target language
    • analyse the content and structure of beginner-level foreign texts
    • translate beginner-level texts into another language
    • speak fluently in the target language on familiar topics
    • apply basic grammatical structures and idiom correctly in speech
    • respond orally to questions using accurate grammatical structures
    • respond in writing to questions using accurate grammatical structures
    • produce written texts demonstrating beginner-level vocabulary and grammar
    • apply idiomatic expressions appropriately in written composition
    PORT4010 20 cr
  • Subsidiary Portuguese Language (Intermediate)
    What you learn (11)
    • read and comprehend intermediate-level texts in Portuguese
    • analyse the style and content of varied Portuguese texts
    • translate intermediate Portuguese texts into another language
    • speak confidently on course-related topics in Portuguese
    • present ideas clearly using appropriate register and intonation
    • apply idiomatic structures appropriate to spoken Portuguese
    • respond accurately to oral questions in Portuguese
    • respond accurately to written questions in Portuguese
    • apply advanced grammatical structures appropriately
    • produce written texts demonstrating intermediate Portuguese vocabulary
    • apply grammar and idiomatic expressions in written Portuguese
    PORT4011 20 cr
  • Subsidiary Russian Language (Beginners)
    What you learn (8)
    • read beginner-level texts in the target language
    • analyse the content and style of simple foreign-language texts
    • translate beginner-level texts into another language
    • speak confidently in the target language on familiar topics
    • apply basic grammatical structures accurately in spoken communication
    • respond accurately to oral questions using basic grammar
    • respond accurately to written questions using basic grammar
    • produce written texts demonstrating beginner-level vocabulary and grammar
    RUSSIAN4006 20 cr
  • Subsidiary Russian Language (Intermediate)
    What you learn (11)
    • read and comprehend intermediate-level texts in the target language
    • analyse the content and structure of intermediate-level foreign texts
    • translate intermediate-level texts into and from the target language
    • speak confidently on familiar topics in the target language
    • present ideas effectively using appropriate register and intonation
    • apply appropriate structures and idioms when speaking
    • respond accurately to oral questions in the target language
    • respond accurately to written questions in the target language
    • apply advanced grammatical structures appropriately in responses
    • produce written texts demonstrating intermediate vocabulary and grammar
    • use idiomatic expressions accurately in written texts
    RUSSIAN4007 20 cr
  • Russian Literature and State Power
    What you learn (6)
    • construct structured arguments about cultural texts using knowledge of Russian statehood
    • summarise key concepts from postcolonial theory
    • apply postcolonial theory concepts to analyse Russian literature and culture
    • evaluate the relevance of postcolonial theory to Russian cultural contexts
    • present oral arguments on Russian ideologies of statehood with theoretical grounding
    • write culturally sensitive analyses of Russian ideologies of statehood
    RUSSIAN4038 20 cr
  • Brave New Worlds: Russian Culture in the Age of Revolution
    What you learn (7)
    • distinguish elements of change and continuity across the period
    • analyse a range of cultural media from the period
    • select appropriate methods for studying different media types
    • evaluate mechanisms driving cultural change in Russian modernism
    • apply critical thinking to broader theories of cultural change
    • explain the place of russian modernism within european culture
    • discuss the continuing relevance of russian modernism today
    RUSSIAN4040 20 cr
  • Existentialism: Atheism, Reason, and Faith
    What you learn (5)
    • evaluate existentialist perspectives on religious belief
    • describe key thinkers and texts of 19th and 20th century existentialism
    • relate philosophical, religious and literary perspectives in analysis
    • construct analytical written arguments on philosophical topics
    • plan independent research on a philosophical topic
    TRS4058 20 cr

“What you learn” restates each module’s published learning outcomes in our own words, as short skill statements in the same form as the GCSE and A level curriculum, with the help of an AI model; fields of knowledge follow the twelve fields of the knowledge sphere. The university’s module page, linked from each title, is the authoritative description.

After graduating

Where does it lead?

£23,000median pay three years after graduating
Lower quarter£19k
Median£23k
Upper quarter£30k

Median — the middle earner: half earned more, half less. Pay is for graduates of this subject at this university who finished in 2016-18, not adjusted for inflation; based on 75 graduates.

Discover Uni dataset (HESA and Office for Students, CC BY 4.0, contains HESA data); earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes data (Department for Education) · aggregation level 23, 13

Half of graduates earned between £18,500 and £30,000. Five years on, the median is £29,000. 75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing; 25% of those in work were in professional or managerial jobs.

All outcome figures7
MeasureValueBased on
Continue after year 19% left90%100
In work or study, 15 months on0% studying75%45
Professional or managerial job25%30
Pay 15 months on, median£25,00015
Pay 3 years on, median£23,00075
Pay 5 years on, median£29,00075
Money

What does it cost?

Fees not on file; see the university’s fees page.

Glasgow fees page

National Student Survey 2025-26

What do students say?

76%agreed the course was good overall (question 26)

NSS — a yearly survey of final-year students at every UK university; 64% of this course’s final year answered. Small groups can swing a lot year to year.

National Student Survey, via Discover Uni · 75 students answered

Highest: 96% agreed on question 1; lowest: 58% on question 14.

All questions26
QuestionAgree
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Question 1985%
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Question 2460%
Question 2575%
Question 2676%

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