MA History in Galway Ireland | University of Galway

This master's program equips you with an advanced comprehension of the complexities involved in studying history. Experts in modern, early modern, and medieval history guide you through diverse historical materials, examining their applications and constraints. You'll assess how scholars, policymakers, and journalists analyze historical events while honing research and critical thinking abilities through professional historical methods.
Learning outcomes
Participants will gain professional competencies including effective communication, critical analysis, and solution-oriented thinking.

Upon finishing this program, students will demonstrate the ability to:
Comprehend the worldviews of individuals from different historical eras. Analyze and discuss historical transformations through writing and speech.
Work with varied historical sources ranging from property records and legal testimonies to periodicals and oral histories.

Professional Pathways
The MA serves as a strong basis for History PhD candidates and independent researchers. Alumni have secured positions in education, government, research institutions, libraries, archives, cultural preservation, tourism, journalism, and political organizations. Current professionals in these sectors will also enhance their career prospects through this program.