BA History - International in Galway Ireland | University of Galway

History primarily focuses on individuals, the influences that molded their experiences, and how they transformed their communities. Exploring history helps us understand that our modern world emerged not by accident, but through deliberate historical processes and choices.
The four-year BA History program provides diverse study options and academic flexibility:
Students can select from three distinct Learning Pathways for their degree.
They may pursue History alongside another Arts discipline (joint honors) OR pair History with two supplementary subjects (minors) that enhance their historical studies.
Available minor subjects include Journalism and Global Media, Sociological and Political Studies, Economics, Philosophy, French, German, and Italian.
During their third year, students can participate in professional internships, international exchange programs, and/or undertake a significant History research project before completing their final year.
Career Prospects
Customized Academic and Professional Tracks
This distinctive BA History program, delivered by renowned historians, provides exceptional academic freedom and specialization opportunities.
The program's structure allows students to integrate History with related disciplines, equipping them with broad knowledge and transferable skills for careers in international relations, government service, nonprofit organizations, media and communications, cultural heritage, and education.
Third-Year Opportunities: International Study, Internships, and Research
Most students spend part of their third year either studying at a partner university abroad, completing a pathway-relevant internship (in settings like archives, cultural institutions, NGOs, or media firms), or developing an extensive History research project.
The university maintains global partnerships with European institutions where students can continue their historical studies alongside their other disciplines. This international experience fosters personal growth, with students developing sought-after professional qualities including adaptability, initiative, and intercultural competence that appeal to future employers.