European History University College Dublin

Overview

The European History M.A. at University College Dublin offers an innovative and structured approach to the graduate study of the continent's diverse past. This two-year programme encourages students to analyse historical problems through a comparative lens, examining regions and nations within a broad transnational framework. By integrating multiple historiographical perspectives, the curriculum prepares scholars for advanced research and professional roles in a globalised world.

Why European History at University College Dublin?

This programme is distinguished by its unique partnership with the UNICA network, allowing students to study at leading universities in capitals such as Berlin, Oslo, Paris, Rome, and Vienna. Participants spend time at two or three different collaborating institutions, gaining exposure to various methodological approaches and building international research networks. The course is conducted entirely in English, ensuring accessibility across all partner sites while fostering high-level academic communication skills. Students benefit from a vibrant research community and the opportunity to produce a dissertation supervised by experts from two different European universities.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: EUR 22600 per year
• European fee: EUR 9330 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured into four phases over two years, requiring 120 credits in total. Modules may include:

• Digital Humanities
• Origins of Modern Diplomacy
• Approaches to the Middle Ages
• Global Revolutions
• Delving into the Archives
• French Colonial Identities in North Africa
• Modern Asia
• NATO’s Wars
• Gender in Ireland

Careers with European History

Graduates from this programme are well-equipped for the international job market, possessing advanced analytical and linguistic skills. Many alumni secure positions in international business, foreign affairs, and the technology sector, where a background in the global humanities is highly prized. Other career paths include senior roles in education, media, non-governmental organisations, and the arts. Additionally, the programme serves as an excellent foundation for those intending to pursue PhD research at prestigious institutions worldwide.