Central & East European Studies / Scottish Literature, MA (Hons)

The Central and East European Studies program examines the history, economics, politics, and sociology of countries in Central and Eastern Europe. The University serves as a hub for the government-funded Centre of Excellence for Russian, Central, and East European Studies, which organizes cultural, social, and academic events throughout the year.Scottish Literature involves the study of Scotland's poetry, drama, fiction, and prose in English and Scots, from the 14th century to contemporary works. The University hosts the only dedicated academic unit in the UK for teaching and researching this field, including the Centre for Robert Burns Studies. This centre has received over £2 million in funding from the Arts and Humanities Research Council and is producing a new multi-volume scholarly edition of the works of Scotland's national poet.