Master degree
12 months
Application deadlines: July 12
Processing time: 30 days
Application fee: €50
Full-time, Part-time
Intakes: before July 12
International tuition: €15,000
Program overview
This taught MA is designed not only to help you obtain a deeper understanding of Irish History in a comparative context, but also to acquire advanced research skills that are transferable to a variety of career paths. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore the past from social, cultural, economic and political perspectives. The MA in History at DCU is unique in terms of its cohesiveness and is the only programme to offer a historical geography component.
Study options
This program can be done
On campus
Part-time
Requirements
Exams:
- PTE
- TOEFL iBT
- TOEFL PBT
- IELTS
For admission to the MSc in History, successful applicants will have -
A degree at the level of an Irish or UK Honours undergraduate degree (H2.2 or above) or equivalent, in History or a cognate subject.
Applicants with appropriate combinations of professional qualifications and experience may also be considered. This includes discipline-specific knowledge and know-how; transferable skills; basic research competency; personal effectiveness.
International candidates who are non-native speakers of English must satisfy the University of their competency in the English language.
Career opportunities
s a student of the MA in History, you will develop many aptitudes attractive to employers. These include independence of thought; the capacity to marshal, evaluate and communicate complex ideas and information; robust research and analytical skills; reflective writing, presentation and project management skills.
The MA in History is highly versatile and our graduates progress to a variety of careers in sectors such as education, university and arts administration, business, consultancy, the civil service, the heritage sector, journalism, media and publishing. Some advance to doctoral research.
