Graduate Entry

A Scots law degree is not only the first step towards qualifying as a lawyer but is also an excellent springboard to many other professions, particularly those related to business and finance.

This direct entry route for law, allows you to complete the LLB in two years if you already have a degree

Fully accredited by the Law Society of Scotland, the LLB will enable you to apply for the Diploma in Legal Practice (also known as PEAT 1), the next step on the way to becoming a qualified...

Edinburgh is the first UNESCO World City of Literature, a fantastic literary city which many greats of English, Scottish and world literature have called home.

On this programme, you will develop your critical, analytic, linguistic and creative skills by engaging with a broad range of texts and a variety of approaches to reading.

You will explore the cultural contexts of writing in English, from the late Middle Ages to the present, and all major periods of Scottish literature. At honours level, you will specialise in specific topics, periods or genres.
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This is one of several specialist routes available in our BA (Honours) Social Sciences (R23) degree. You’ll be empowered to tackle global inequalities by fostering the comprehension of interconnections among global, regional, national, and local processes of social change. You’ll take a critical approach to real-world issues, delving into policies, programs, and practices. By recognising the complexity of global inequalities, the Development route integrates diverse disciplines such as economics, sociology, politics, and geography, enriching your understanding of complex challenges and their resolution.

**Key features of the course**
- Specialise in development within a broad interdisciplinary social...

Software engineering is a mature and established profession which attracts talented students and offers excellent career opportunities.
MEng in Software Engineering builds on the success of our existing BEng degree and offers an advanced award in recognition of a more comprehensive and challenging course of study.

The course recognises professionalism in the development of excellent quality software, using industry recognised tools and techniques in a range of application areas.

On successful completion of this course you will have the knowledge, understanding and skills to gain graduate-level employment in a wide range of private...

As the world changes around us, this diploma offers you the chance to explore some of the major forces reshaping social life. You’ll have the opportunity to study a range of stimulating topics. Some of these will be part of the mainstream of sociological debate, including class, gender, race, and sexuality. You’ll be introduced to sociological ways of understanding the world and will be challenged to think more deeply about contemporary social problems. On completion, you’ll have a well-developed understanding of the nature of society and will be in a position to make a positive difference to it.
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Work with the latest technology, learning to create engineering solutions and systems that have implications throughout modern society

With its enormous range of applications, mechanical engineering can offer a highly satisfying career. The course provides you with an introduction to engineering principles, ensuring you grasp the basic skills involved before progressing into more specialised areas like thermodynamic systems and mechanics of materials

The course allows you to specialise in later years and offers the opportunity to undertake a work placement that will gain you both industry experience and valuable contacts that may lead to...

Around 150 million people in the world speak Russian. It is the official language of four countries, is widely understood throughout Eastern Europe, and in the last thirty years has seen transnational mobility on an unprecedented scale.

Philosophy has been at the core of Western intellectual life for at least 2,500 years. Studying Russian and Philosophy together helps you understand the contemporary world, as well as shedding light on the past.

**Russian**

On this joint honours programme, you have the opportunity to develop advanced speaking, writing, reading, listening and translating...

Pharmacology is the study of how drugs can affect the body - whether to treat disorders or change bodily functions. It brings together:

* physiology

* biochemistry

* molecular biology

You will study:

* the effects of drugs on molecules, cells and tissues in the body

* side effects

* the factors that affect absorption, distribution and excretion

Research in pharmacology aims to better understand drug action and...

The HNC Social Services is a nationally recognised qualification and a valued award for people who want to work in a variety of social service settings, supporting individuals with varying needs.
You will gain an understanding of the values and principles of social services and learn how to integrate those values with necessary skills and knowledge, including the importance of anti-discriminatory practice in line with the National Care Standards and Scottish Social Services Council Codes of Practice.
Successful completion of the award will enable you to gain access to employment within a social service setting.

This certificate of higher education enables healthcare support staff to develop the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to underpin effective practice. You’ll develop a wide range of practical skills and competencies, while exploring essential biological, social, political, ethical and psychological concepts. You’ll also build valuable numeracy, literacy, IT, communication and cognitive skills.

**Key features of the course**
- Designed for healthcare support workers, aspiring assistant practitioners and aspiring nursing students

- Includes a strong work-based element - your employer must provide significant supervision by a registered nurse for 770 practice hours and comprehensive...