The History BA (Hons) at University College Dublin offers you a unique opportunity to explore the narratives that shape our understanding of the past, from the local to the global, and the factual to the fictional. This undergraduate degree is ideal for intellectually curious students who wish to develop essential critical thinking, argument, and analysis skills. You will delve into Irish, European, and Global History across medieval and modern eras, examining political, cultural, social, and economic facets. This program provides a robust foundation for careers in diverse fields such as media, government, and education.
This full-time, on-campus BA (Hons) is studied over three years, with single-major students benefiting from intensive training in research methods and historiography, and the option of an internship or study abroad in their third year. You will engage with primary sources, develop your ability to express complex ideas, and culminate your studies with a dissertation in your final year. Throughout your degree, you will work alongside expert historians, honing your analytical abilities and preparing you to graduate with a versatile skill set applicable to a wide range of professional pathways.