Study German and Mathematics - MA (Hons) at University of Aberdeen in the UK, School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture
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German and Mathematics - MA (Hons)

UK

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What will I learn?

German at Aberdeen is rated 'Excellent' in the Teaching and Quality Assessment and Mathematics is highly rated for research in Pure and Applied areas.German for Beginners provides an intensive introduction to the German language for students with no previous knowledge of German, or with qualifications beneath Higher or A-Level standard.For students with a Higher or A-Level qualification in German, German Language courses deal with advanced aspects of German grammar and vocabulary, designed to improve students’ command of both written and spoken German.Students can choose between focusing their attention on Mathematics or spreading their interests to combine it with other subjects.Mathematics is a powerful international language used to describe situations in precise but abstract terms. Our graduates find their skills highly valued by employers both for their rigorous thinking and their versatility.We offer a challenging syllabus which emphasises reasoning, discussion and the argumentative side of mathematics. Our ambition is to give you a sound preparation for a career in which mathematics plays a role, whether it be in research or through applications.As an integral part of your 4-year programme, you will spend half of year three developing your language skills as a teaching assistant or visiting student in a German-speaking country.

Which department am I in?

School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
£20,800.00 (US$ 26,862) per year
Living costs - Students budget £1171 per month to cover their living costs.

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Old Aberdeen Campus

King's College,

Aberdeen,

AB24 3FX, Scotland, United Kingdom

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
£20,800.00 (US$ 26,862) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Main Site

University Office,

Regent Walk, King's College,

Aberdeen,

AB24 3FX, Scotland, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

SQA Highers Standard: BBBB Applicants that present with BBBB will usually receive an unconditional offer. Where we have more applicants than places we may need to ask for more than the minimum so continued engagement in school is recommended. Widening Access: BBC Applicants who meet one or more of our widening access metrics and present with BBC, are guaranteed an unconditional offer. Foundation Apprenticeship: One FA is equivalent to a Higher at A. It cannot replace any required subjects. Note: We do not double count a Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject, but we do consider that a B grade at Advanced Higher is equivalent to an A grade at Higher. National 5 English (or equivalent) is required at Grade C or above. A LEVELS Standard: BBC Widening Access: CCC GCSE English (or equivalent) is required at Grade C/4 or above. BTEC LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA DMM in related subjects. Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B.) GCSE English (or equivalent) is required at Grade C/4 or above. GCSE Mathematics at Grade C/4 is also required for Accountancy, Economics and Finance programmes. IRISH LEAVING CERTIFICATE Five subjects at Higher at H3. INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL. SL in English is also required.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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