The History MA at Queen's University Belfast is designed for aspiring historians eager to delve into the complexities of the past and develop advanced research methodologies. You will engage with critical historiographical debates and explore diverse historical pathways, from political and social history to gender and cultural studies. This postgraduate programme is ideal if you seek to refine your analytical skills, specialise in particular historical fields, and understand the discipline's theoretical underpinnings. You will be encouraged to reflect on your own scholarly journey and the broad range of approaches available to you.
This full-time, on-campus MA is structured over one year, comprising six taught modules and a substantial dissertation. You will explore the historian's craft through modules focusing on research methods, archival sources, and oral history, alongside elective case studies and individually negotiated topics with research leaders. You will also have the opportunity to study specific topics in Irish History or engage with History and Theory. You will graduate with a Master's degree and the advanced research, critical thinking, and communication skills essential for careers in academia, archives, museums, and beyond.