Overview

Offered jointly by faculty from the Department of History in Mary Immaculate College and the Department of History at the University of Limerick, this two-year, part-time Local History course from Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick 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.

During the first year students attend lectures and seminars at UL and MIC on Wednesday evenings during the two 12-week semesters. In the second year, the students complete a dissertation of approximately 18,000 words.

Key themes in the programme include:

The goals of local history; strengths and weaknesses

The relationship between local, regional and national histories

Evaluating sources: versatility, limitations and applications

Events in local histories: descriptions, narrative and analysis

The use of numerical and cartographic data in local history

Sources in local and national archives

Using oral evidence and beáloideas in local history

Using material culture and historical archaeology in local history

Programme Structure

People living and working in a particular locality during a specific period provide the focus of this course. Local history is less about the events of national history, such as war or elections as they occurred in a particular locality, and more about the unique circumstances and events in the lives of ordinary people.

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-12 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-08-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

More details

EU Applicants - Application closing date for Autumn is mid- August Early application is advisable as many programmes will close in advance of this date

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

Blended

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies History Modern History View 11 other Masters in Modern History in Ireland

Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants should normally have a primary degree in a relevant discipline such as history, archaeology, geography or Irish Studies, with at least second-class honours.

Applicants with approved equivalent qualifications who have substantial experience in history research (such as appropriate publications) or relevant professional or work experience may also be considered for admission.

Tuition Fee

Living costs for Limerick

850 - 1150 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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