History

Entry requirements

For admission to the MA 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.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Gain a deeper understanding of Ireland’s social, cultural, economic and political history from the early modern period to the present day. DCU's MA in History provides a fresh perspective on Ireland's journey from being a colony to becoming an independent state.

This programme delves into how Irish sovereignty has evolved and the changing roles of religion, language, and gender. The MA in History is based in DCU’s School of History and Geography, the only school in Ireland that brings together the disciplines of History and Geography within a single academic unit. This distinctive structure supports an interdisciplinary approach to teaching and research, offering students valuable insights into Ireland’s past within both national and global contexts, and helping them better understand the world today and how it is shaping our future.