Overview

The modules available reflect the range of Irish Studies expertise across the university and are designed to enable students to undertake research across a wide range of themes in and approaches to Irish Studies, to obtain research methods training in one or more disciplines, and to prepare to write a major dissertation in their chosen field of specialisation.

The aims of the Irish Studies programme from Queen's University Belfast are:

To enable graduates to undertake interdisciplinary postgraduate studies in Irish Studies and gain various benefits:

An advanced appreciation of the value of interdisciplinarity in Irish Studies.

An advanced understanding and experience of relevant research methods and skills.

An advanced appreciation of the value of academic approaches to some issues of historical and cultural debate and of contemporary public concern in Ireland.

A deepened knowledge of specific themes in Irish Studies reflecting the student’s personal interests and research agenda.

Career opportunities

Students of the Institute of Irish Studies go on to pursue careers not only as scholars, but also in a wide range of occupations, including the media, in the heritage sector, public administration and in business.

Queen's postgraduates reap exceptional benefits. Unique initiatives, such as Degree Plus and Researcher Plus bolster our commitment to employability, while innovative leadership and executive programmes alongside sterling integration with business experts helps our students gain key leadership positions both nationally and internationally.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Historian's Craft

Presenting Sources

Research Design

Advanced Anthropological Methods

Advanced Anthropological Perspectives

Irish Poetry

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-14 00:00:00

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Language

English

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4.5

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Belfast, United Kingdom

Disciplines

History View 340 other Masters in History in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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120

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4.5

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Normally a strong 2.2 Honours degree in a relevant subject with evidence of study of Ireland, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University.

Applicants who hold a degree below 2.2 Honours in a relevant subject with evidence of study of Ireland (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University), who can also demonstrate relevant professional experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants may be required to submit a piece of written work in support of their application.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

23000 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

7700 GBP / year

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Additional Details

England, Scotland or Wales (GB): £10,400

Living costs

Belfast

United Kingdom

561 - 887 GBP / month

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Funding

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