Undergraduate Degrees

Language & Linguistics and Psychology

MA, Joint Honours

Do you get motivated by the way people 'tick?' Do you notice difference? What is normal behaviour? If you think about these questions a lot you may be interested in studying Psychology. Psychology is the science of mental process and behaviour. It is used in many contexts such as health, sports, social behaviour and how we process and act on information. You can study it with Language and Linguistics to give you a unique range of learning and opportunities and careers.

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Economics and History

MA, Joint Honours

Economics and History at Aberdeen adds to your thorough grounding in the global economy and how it operates by setting it in the context of human history and economic activity through the ages, at a university steeped in 500 years of history, with fabulous collections of historic treasures. You will gain the business and intellectual skills to open up a wide spectrum of career opportunities.

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Geography and German

MA, Joint Honours

Studying for a European language alongside your chosen degree subject is a great way of enhancing your learning and opening up a much broader range of careers upon graduation. Language skills remain a major benefit.

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Business Management and Geography

MA, Joint Honours

Geography remains a very current and relevant subject, particularly in areas that focus on the environment. Adding a Business Management focus to Geography is an excellent way to open up a much wider range of career opportunities, whilst helping you to better understand the business, commercial and financial implications of the environment, the Earth, sustainability and many other key geography related areas of focus.

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Physics with Geology

BSc, Major-Minor Honours

This programme brings two hugely popular subjects together to help develop in-demand Geophysicists.

Did you know? Aberdeen is in the Top 5 in the UK for Positive Responses in Earth Sciences (National Student Survey 2025)

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Psychology and Sociology

MA, Joint Honours

Are you interested in the way we behave and interact with each other? Do you enjoy problem solving people? Psychology and Sociology are two very similar fields which combine well. Psychology is the science of mental processing and behaviour whereas Sociology is the study of modern societies and their development.

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Geography and Sociology

MA, Joint Honours

Study Geography combined with Sociology allows you to study the earth and modern society evolution. If you are fascinated with natural science, social science, humanities and society, this course is for you.

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Comparative Literature & Culture with German

MA, Major-Minor Honours

Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.

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Comparative Literature & Culture with French

MA, Major-Minor Honours

Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.

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Comparative Literature & Culture with Gaelic

MA, Major-Minor Honours

Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.

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Comparative Literature & Culture with Mandarin

MA, Major-Minor Honours

Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.

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Archaeology and Art History

MA, Joint Honours

Do you love looking at artefacts, museums and world heritage sites, or your local folk museum? Are you intrigued by how we lived and designed homes, and the decorative and functional items in them, throughout ages, countries and cultures to survive and flourish? Combine the study of Archaeology with Art History to understand in detail artefacts and art history throughout major ages.

Did you know? Aberdeen is ranked 3rd in the UK for Archaeology and Anthropology (Guardian University Guide 2025)

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Comparative Literature & Culture with Spanish & Latin American Studies

MA, Major-Minor Honours

Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.

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Geography and German (5 years)

MA, Joint Honours

Studying for a European language alongside your chosen degree subject is a great way of enhancing your learning and opening up a much broader range of careers upon graduation. Language skills remain a major benefit.

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Philosophy and Physics

MA, Joint Honours

Philosophy and Physics at Aberdeen is a great subject combination, taking you on a fascinating exploration of the ‘life, the Universe, and everything…’ , seeking to understand the world around us and how we might answer the Big Questions that humans have wrestled with throughout the ages. You will gain the strong intellectual skills sought by employers in many fields and transferable to a wide range of careers.

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Anthropology and Geography

MA, Joint Honours

This degree brings together two closely linked and relevant subjects. Through various course choices, you will build your understanding of human societies and develop a greater understanding of the earth in which they lived.

Did you know? Aberdeen is ranked 3rd in the UK for Anthropology and Archaeology (Guardian University Guide 2025)

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Geography and International Relations

MA, Joint Honours

In Geography we try to answer some of the biggest questions of life, such as how our planet originated and how we interact with it. This compliments International Relations topics such as European Politics, Human Rights Development, and International Economy.

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Comparative Literature & Culture and Gaelic

MA, Joint Honours

Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.

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Gaelic Studies and Geography

MA, Joint Honours

Gaelic and Geography at Aberdeen combines all the advantages of in depth study of the language, literature and culture of Scotland’s oldest language – as a native speaker or complete beginner.

Developing your skills in the language will complement your geography studies immensely as you learn about the Earth, the environment and the way humans have lived with it for centuries.

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Celtic & Anglo-Saxon Studies and History

MA, Joint Honours

Celtic & Anglo-Saxon Studies and History at Aberdeen adds to your exploration of the lives and legacy of the Celtic, Anglo-Saxon, and Scandinavian peoples within a broad study of human activity. Aberdeen is steeped in 500 years of history, with fabulous collections of historic treasures and you will gain the transferable skills to open up a wide spectrum of career opportunities.

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Comparative Literature & Culture and German (5 years)

MA, Joint Honours

Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.

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Comparative Literature & Culture and French (5 years)

MA, Joint Honours

Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.

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Archaeology and Celtic & Anglo-Saxon Studies

MA, Joint Honours

Celtic & Anglo-Saxon Studies and Archaeology at Aberdeen adds to your exploration of the lives and legacy of the Celtic, Anglo-Saxon, and Scandinavian peoples within a broad study of human activity.

Aberdeen is ranked 3rd in the UK for Archaeology and Anthropology (Guardian University Guide 2025)

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Comparative Literature & Culture and Spanish & Latin American Studies (5 years)

MA, Joint Honours

Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.

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English and Language & Linguistics

MA, Joint Honours

English and Language & Linguistics at Aberdeen combines all the advantages of the UK’s second most highly-rated research hub for English literature, language and creative writing, with a fascinating exploration of how human language evolved, how we learn languages and how they differ and change over time. You will gain the all-round knowledge and skills to open up an avenue to a wide variety of careers.

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