Overview

The focus is on Ireland's affinities with the outside world: our European inheritance in prehistoric times, and the manner in which Ireland influenced European culture in the early Christian period. Celtic literature, mythology, languages, learning, and the Celtic saints are particular topics of study.

Students of the Celtic Civilisation programme from University College Cork are encouraged to develop their skills in a close reading of sources. You will have the opportunity to study medieval Welsh and Latin, and to take advanced courses in literary studies, paleography, and textual editing.

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An MA degree in Celtic Civilisation, besides preparing you for further study in the field of Celtic Studies, can also provide an additional qualification — and a mark of distinction — for students pursuing advanced degrees in such fields as classics, English, history or medieval studies. It is also a useful qualification for those seeking employment in the heritage and broadcasting sectors.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Old Irish or Continuing Old Irish

Medieval Welsh

Research Seminar

Special Topic

Research Presentation

Palaeography and Manuscript-based Research

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International

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Rolling deadline. Open until all places have been filled or no later than 15 June. Early application is advised.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

63

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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120

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cork, Ireland

Disciplines

British Studies View 10 other Masters in British Studies in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

63

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90

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120

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Other requirements

General requirements

Candidates should normally hold a Second Class Honours Grade I in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) in a relevant discipline. Candidates who hold a Second Class Honours Grade II in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) will also be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) subject to the approval of the programme selection committee.

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Tuition Fee

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International

18130 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18130 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

7550 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7550 EUR per year during 12 months.

EU part-time fee: €4,600

Living costs for Cork

860 - 1400 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

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Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Cork

Funding

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