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162 Master's degrees in Humanities in Ireland

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.

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.
Philosophy and Literature
The MA in Philosophy and Literature from University College Dublin will be useful for any job requiring a subtle understanding of debate and disagreement, or requiring close attention to texts, especially in the cultural 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.

Philosophy
This Philosophy course from University College Cork offers you the rare chance to study Western as well as Eastern philosophy at the postgraduate level.
Christian Theology
Christian Theology from Trinity College Dublin enables participants to gain an in-depth knowledge of core issues in contemporary Christian theology.
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.
Irish Writing
The Irish Writing programme of Trinity College Dublin offers an exploration of Irish writing in English from the late seventeenth century to the present. Trinity has educated many important writers, from Jonathan Swift to Samuel Beckett to Eavan Boland to Anne Enright.
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.
Medieval Studies
The Medieval Studies programme of Trinity College Dublin offers students a broad overview of the Middle Ages through Trinity’s excellent collection of medieval manuscripts, at the same time as allowing students to specialise in one of three areas: History, Language and Literature or Culture and Civilisation.
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.
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.

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.

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

Philosophy
This Philosophy master degree delivered by University College Cork gives you a rare chance to study western as well as eastern philosophy. You will study different philosophical concepts and theories, from issues of mind and consciousness, action and politics, ethics and aesthetics, to society and culture, globalism, and power and territory.
Languages and Image Studies
The Languages and Image Studies program offered by University College Dublin invites students to acquire new language skills, and/or to refresh or extend their knowledge of language(s) already studied from a choice of: French; German; Italian; Portuguese; Spanish; Catalan.