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41 Master's degrees in History in Ireland

Asian Studies
The Asian Studies course at University College Cork provides a global academic context for understanding the rise of East Asia. On this programme we will equip you with a unique set of abilities to engage with the cultural, historic, economic, and political fabric of Asia.
European History
The MA European History (UNICA) at University College Dublin is a stimulating two-year interdisciplinary, comparative Master’s programme which offers the choice between partner universities in five European capitals – Dublin, Berlin, Paris, Rome, and Vienna.

Music and Cultural History
The Music and Cultural History course offered by University College Cork is a progressive alternative to conventional postgraduate courses in musicology, and it draws on the diverse expertise of internationally renowned scholars to combine the very best of traditional and contemporary scholarly practice.

Public History and Cultural Heritage - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year Public History and Cultural Heritage - Pre-Master's Programme from OnCampus Ireland at University of Limerick offers successful students guaranteed progression* to a range of partner universities.

History
Gain a deeper understanding of Ireland’s social, cultural, economic and political history from the early modern period to the present day throughout Dublin City University's MA in History

Irish History
This Irish History programme at Maynooth University enables students to examine and research the rich subject area of Irish history from the earliest times to the present day, and to assess the major events which led to the emergence of modern Ireland.

History
The award of the History degree from Maynooth University is based entirely on an MLitt thesis. However, to ensure that graduates obtain as thorough preparation as possible for their future careers, the university has put in place a structured MLitt programme.

Writing
The MA in Writing at University of Galway is a one-year, full-time course. It covers a range of genres and forms, and it interacts with our other postgraduate offerings in Literature and Publishing, Drama and Theatre, and Film. The course thus builds on our strengths in the teaching of writing for page and stage, screen, journalism and other media.
Environmental History
The Environmental History programme of Trinity College Dublin offers an advanced qualification to graduates in History, Political Science, History of Ideas, Cultural Studies or similar.

Medieval and Antiquity
This Medieval and Antiquity programme at University of Galway is a one-year, full-time (two-years, part-time) programme that allows students to further their interest in the Medieval and Antique.

Classical Studies
The Classical Studies degree delivered by the University College Cork allows students to develop language skills in both Latin and Greek, while also developing their knowledge of the history, art, and literature of the Roman Imperial period and of the manner in which these were transmitted through the medieval and into the modern periods.
Local History
The Local History from Mary Immaculate College meets the needs of graduates in history, or in related disciplines (e.g. Irish studies, human geography, archaeology or anthropology) who wish to carry out historical research, especially in relation to a particular locality.
Public History
The Public History degree at University College Dublin draws upon the established strength and expertise of the UCD School of History. Within this program you will work closely with historians who are active in the practice of public history and commemorations.

History - Local History
The History - Local History course is offered by the University College Cork.
Irish Regional History
The M.A. in Irish Regional History from Carlow College offers both a challenging and rewarding introduction into the advanced study of history by combining a range of taught modules with opportunities for independent research.
History of Welfare and Medicine in Society
Medicine, illness and welfare occupy a central place in all our lives. The History of Welfare and Medicine in Society degree at University College Dublin is designed to enable you to understand the place of medicine and welfare in society and history (c1750-1980) and engage with critical debates through various media including film, literature, and art, amongst others.

History
This History degree delivered by the University College Cork is a conversion course for students who would not normally have studied history to degree level previously and want to apply for an MA in History, or who want to add the subject History to their teaching qualifications.
Irish History
The Irish History degree at University College Dublin enables students to work closely with some of the country’s most renowned historians of Ireland to continue the tradition of providing context, insight and originality in the research of Irish history and its communication to a wide audience.
History
The History program from Mary Immaculate College provides an opportunity for students to develop their abilities at postgraduate level, through a mix of taught modules, participation in a dynamic research seminar and completion of a research dissertation.

History
The History at University of Limerick is an excellent choice for postgraduate students whose talents and interests lie in subjects such as history; sociology; politics; law; music and languages (English, Irish, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, TESOL).