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Anglo Saxon, Norse & Celtic

Anglo-Saxon, Norse, and Celtic provides a unique opportunity to explore history, language and culture while developing a broad range of skills

Anglo-Saxon, Norse, and Celtic (ASNC) is a unique course, combining historical, linguistic, and literary study of the British Isles, Scandinavia and Brittany during the early Middle Ages. You will discover medieval history while learning one or more languages and reading great works of literature in the original languages. Cambridge is the only university in the world to offer this particular combination of subjects. Full details of the course can be found on the .

ASNC at Murray Edwards

We typically admit one or two ASNC undergraduates each year. We are a close-knit community of like-minded students and academics providing a supportive intellectual environment where you can thrive. As well as joining Murray Edwards, you also join the wider Cambridge ASNC community, which meets for social and academic events throughout the year. 

Typical offer

A Level: A*AA

IB: 42 (776)

Required subjects

No specific subjects are required.

Admissions assessment

No admissions assessment is required.

Written work

Applicants are required to submit two pieces of written work.

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