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162 Master's degrees in Humanities in Ireland

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.

History
The History course delivered by the University College Cork is a comprehensive programme that is exceptionally flexible and customisable. It offers a work placement, explores public history, and grants the freedom to choose between four specialist streams: Medieval and Renaissance, History, Media and History, Modern Ireland, European and International History.

Military History and Strategic Studies
This Military History and Strategic Studies programme from Maynooth University provides an in-depth introduction into the disciplines of military history and strategic studies.
Studio Art
The Studio Art programme at Burren College of Art provides an immersive education in the development of professional practice as an artist. As an MFA graduate you will produce a final exhibition, the quality of which will show that you have gained the knowledge and skills necessary to survive and thrive as a practicing artist.
History of Welfare and Medicine in Society
Medicine, illness and welfare occupy a central place in all our lives. The History of Welfare and Medicine in Society degree at University College Dublin is designed to enable you to understand the place of medicine and welfare in society and history (c1750-1980) and engage with critical debates through various media including film, literature, and art, amongst others.
Classics
The Classics programme at the University College Dublin is a two-year research programme, leading to the production of a thesis which will treat its subject in a systematic and independent way.
Chinese Studies
Chinese Studies is a multidisciplinary field of study, drawing upon and integrating disciplines such as History, Linguistics, Politics, Social Policy, Cultural Studies and Translation Studies. The Chinese Studies programme of Trinity College Dublin focuses on China today and China over the last century.
Art and Process
The Master of Arts in Art and Process at Munster Technological University is a dynamic programme designed for those wishing to deepen their artistic practice. This full-time course spans 1.5 years, comprising three semesters, and offers a unique blend of theoretical and practical learning experiences tailored for aspiring artists.

History
This History degree delivered by the University College Cork is a conversion course for students who would not normally have studied history to degree level previously and want to apply for an MA in History, or who want to add the subject History to their teaching qualifications.

History
The History programme at University of Galway introduces graduate students to advanced historical research. Led by specialists in Early Modern and Modern History, participants in the programme read widely in a range of fields, become familiar with disparate methods and sources, and complete a substantial research project.
Environmental History
The Environmental History programme of Trinity College Dublin offers an advanced qualification to graduates in History, Political Science, History of Ideas, Cultural Studies or similar.

Creative Writing
The Creative Writing course from University of Limerick provides you with practical skills to become a successful writer and a published author by giving you access to esteemed wordsmiths and award-winning writers. You will be immersed in literary culture through analysis, masterclasses and readings and enjoy local literary festivals.

English
The MA in English at University of Galway is ideal for students who wish to build on the foundations of their undergraduate degrees by pursuing more advanced studies in English at postgraduate level, yet who also wish to retain the intellectual breadth of addressing a variety of literature, past and present.
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.

History
Gain a deeper understanding of Ireland’s social, cultural, economic and political history from the early modern period to the present day throughout Dublin City University's MA in History
History
The History program from Mary Immaculate College provides an opportunity for students to develop their abilities at postgraduate level, through a mix of taught modules, participation in a dynamic research seminar and completion of a research dissertation.

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.

History
The History at University of Limerick is an excellent choice for postgraduate students whose talents and interests lie in subjects such as history; sociology; politics; law; music and languages (English, Irish, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, TESOL).