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162 Master's degrees in Humanities in Ireland

Spanish for Teachers
This Spanish for Teachers degree degree delivered by the University College Cork is designed as a blended programme using technology-enhanced learning as its primary mode alongside four or five in-person Saturday workshops per semester.
Classics
The Classics program offered by University College Dublin is a two-year research programme, leading to the production of a thesis of 40,000 to 60,000 words which will treat its subject in a systematic and independent way.
Education Studies (Christian School Leadership) Online
The Master in Education Studies in (Christian School Leadership) Online at the Marino Institute of Education is an innovative and unique Masters course that draws on research, principles and practice in school leadership and Christian education in Ireland and internationally, in order to prepare current and future school leaders of Christian schools.

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.

English
The English course from University of Limerick offers a multicultural learning environment where you’ll develop independent research and self-directed learning skills essential for your future career.

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.

English
The English programme from Maynooth University is designed for applicants who already hold a BA or comparable degree, and who wish to add English to their list of qualifications.
Creative Writing
The MA in Creative Writing at University College Dublin builds on the well established commitment of the UCD School of English, Drama and Film to fostering and supporting new writing.

Modern Irish
This Modern Irish degree delivered by the University College Cork is a conversion course for those with a prior knowledge of Irish who want to study Irish to honours degree level.
Applied Linguistics
The long-established Applied Linguistics programme of Trinity College Dublin is aimed at teachers of second and foreign languages. The discipline of applied linguistics investigates a range of issues around language in contemporary society. Among these, the most prominent issues are those surrounding second and foreign language education.

Irish Language Translation, Interpreting and Professional Language Skills
This Irish Language Translation, Interpreting and Professional Language Skills MA course at Ulster University meets the needs of the Irish Language translation sector.

English - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year English - Pre-Master's Programme from OnCampus Ireland at University of Limerick offers successful students guaranteed progression* to a range of partner universities.
Christian Theology
Christian Theology from Trinity College Dublin enables participants to gain an in-depth knowledge of core issues in contemporary Christian theology.

Linguistics - Applied Linguistics
This Linguistics - Applied Linguistics course at University College Cork will provide you with the tools to describe language from various analytical perspectives and with insight and training in various branches of applied linguistics.
Classics
The Classics degree at University College Dublin is suitable for graduates with a degree in Classics or related disciplines who want to acquire a deeper understanding of the ancient world.
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.

Creative Writing
The purpose of the Creative Writing degree delivered by the University College Cork is to give you the tools to write the book waiting to be written, and many more after it. As well as honing the techniques and craft of creative writing, our MA is also designed to introduce you to the publishing industry, and prepare you for a variety of career options, including publishing and the creative arts.

Chaplaincy Studies and Pastoral Work
This MA in Chaplaincy Studies and Pastoral Work course at Dublin City University, the only one of its kind in Ireland, offers an innovative chaplaincy education to people of all cultures, faiths and beliefs.
Christian Leadership in Education
The Christian Leadership in Education program at University of Limerick is designed to augment other qualifications participants may have achieved in areas of leadership and management so that they have the knowledge, competence and skills needed to lead a faith-based school.