BA (Hons) Gaelic and Education Bachelor's degree at UHI
BA (Hons) Gaelic and Education at UHI was founded in 2011 and combines study in core theory, research and methods, applied practice, specialist options, an independent project, and professional skills.
About this course
BA (Hons) Gaelic and Education is a Bachelor's degree (BA (Hons)) at UHI, based in UHI North West Hebrides,Sabhal Mor Ostaig UHI. It is studied part-time; duration varies by route.
For Education and teaching graduates from this provider, typical earnings around £32,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Education & Teaching, see the sections below.
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 1 - CertHE 3 modules
- An Cùrsa ComaisCore
Module details
For Gaelic learners; language foundation year
- Gàidhlig agus ConaltradhCore
Module details
For fluent speakers; language foundation year
- Preparing to teach 1Core
Module details
Professional practice module comprising professional practice seminars and three-week school placement
Year 2 - DipHE 4 modules
- Gaelic language 2Core
- Language, culture and ethnicityCore
- Gaelic education in ScotlandCore
- Preparing to teach 2Core
Module details
Professional practice module comprising professional practice seminars and six weeks of school placement experience
Year 3 - BA 4 modules
- Children and their learningCore
- Professional practice 1Core
Module details
9 weeks school placement
- Gaelic language 3Core
- Research skillsCore
Year 4 - BA (Hons) 3 modules
- The critical and enquiring professionalCore
- Professional practiceCore
Module details
12 weeks school placement
- Undergraduate dissertationCore
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
You'll study Gaelic language alongside education practice and theory. A course like this typically moves from foundations, how children learn and how schooling is organised, through curriculum planning and classroom pedagogy, to specialist options and sustained teaching placements. You'll usually begin with child development and early school experience, progress through curriculum design and inclusion work in year two, and focus on professional practice standards and specialist areas in year three, such as primary teaching, early years, SEND and inclusion, QTS routes, education policy, and school placements. Teaching placements are woven throughout, building from observation to increasing classroom responsibility.
Who it's for
This course suits those combining an interest in Gaelic language and culture with a commitment to education. Part-time study allows you to balance learning with other commitments, whether work, family, or community involvement. It's designed for people seeking to develop both subject expertise and teaching-related skills in a flexible format.
Careers & job market
Across Education and Teaching courses nationally, 90% of graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduating. Of those working, 70% are in highly skilled roles or pursuing further study. National graduate earnings data shows starting salaries (15 months post-graduation) typically range from £22,000 to £30,000, rising to £21,250–£30,000 after five years. These figures reflect the wider graduate population and are not guaranteed; your own outcomes will depend on your choices and circumstances.
University & format
The University of the Highlands and Islands is a UK university based at UHI North West Hebrides and Sabhal Mor Ostaig UHI. This course is taught part-time in English. The degree, BA (Hons), is nationally recognised as a UK degree-awarding body qualification. The university also offers bursaries and scholarships; check its funding pages for details.
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Provider-published requirement; check the linked course page before applying.
Part-time application dates vary by provider. UCAS dates
Placement year. Availability, selection and pay can vary.
Opened 2 July 2026; last choice 19 October 2026. Check vacancies now. A cached page never claims a place is still available.
Entry & how to get in
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by Apply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
UHI publishes tuition by domicile, award level, study mode and delivery. Use the individual course page for the exact year-by-year fee.
Published UHI fee framework
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Careers & earnings
What Education & Teaching graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £32,000 | £29,000 – £37,000 | 315 |
| 3 years after | £24,000 | £17,000 – £31,500 | 50 |
| 5 years after | £28,000 | £23,500 – £36,500 | 50 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 315. Cohort 2021-22.
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in education & teaching · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Education & Teaching nationally
National figures for Education & Teaching graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Education & Teaching courses at the same study level.
Compared with 515 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
Job market & outlook
How Education & Teaching graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Education & Teaching graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Schools & academy trusts
- Local authorities
- Education charities
- Tutoring providers
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Education & Teaching graduates.
Education SEN MentorMacIntyreEducation Recruitment ConsultantAcademicsEducation Delivery Consultant - Fast Paced, Dynamic Organisation - WorcestershireAP EducationEducation Trustee - Lead Youth Careers & Outdoor LearningRacing to SchoolEducation Recruitment Consultant - Build Futures & Earn UncappedProtocol EducationEducation Recruitment Consultant: Grow Your Desk & ImpactEducation AssetsIs this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
Fees and funding
UHI publishes tuition by domicile, award level, study mode and delivery. Use the individual course page for the exact year-by-year fee.
Where graduates go
Most graduates were in work or further study, with a median salary of £32,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
University of the Highlands and Islands
Education and teaching across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
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