Study MA in Irish Studies at University College Dublin in Ireland, UCD College of Arts and Humanities
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MA in Irish Studies

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What will I learn?

The MA Irish Studies is an interdisciplinary programme that examines the variety and diversity of Irish history, society and cultural practice. It asks a series of questions about Ireland and Irishness, including how did the Irish come to be the way they are, and to what extent are they different from other nations How has Irish identity changed over time What are the causes for this process This MA introduces students to a wide range of sources and resources, issues and debates about the many-faceted experiences of the people who have lived in Ireland from the earliest times to the present. You will avail of UCDs unrivalled expertise in many fields related to Irish Studies. Being in Dublin naturally also provides students with easy access to many of Irelands key cultural institutions and libraries.Provides students with small group teaching and personalised supervision that students need at a graduate levelPathway for further specialisationNationally and internationally unrivalled concentration of expertiseDURATION:1 Years 2 YearsNEXT INTAKE:20242025 September

Which department am I in?

UCD College of Arts and Humanities

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
€22,600.00 (US$ 24,220) per year
Estimated Monthly Costs (per student) - Accommodation - €1,500

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Belfield Campus

Belfield, Dublin 4,

Belfield,

Dublin,

D04 V1W8, Leinster, Republic of Ireland

Entry requirements

For international students

This programme is intended for applicants with a humanities and social sciences background.An upper second class honours degree (NFQ Level 8), or the international equivalent in a related area is required. Applicants who do not meet the 2.1 entry requirement will be looked at on a case by case basis and relevant work experience will be taken into account.Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University College Dublin

UCD is the most international and diverse university in Ireland, and is the destination of choice for over 11,000 international students.

  • Main campus in Belfield, only 5km from Dublin city centre
  • 100th in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2027)
  • One of Europe’s top research-intensive universities
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