Embark on a journey into the rich tapestry of Irish culture with the MA Irish Folklore & Ethnology at University College Dublin. This postgraduate Masters Degree is designed for students passionate about understanding the vernacular heritage of Ireland, exploring the intricate world of oral tradition, folk belief, and social customs. You will delve into a discipline that bridges history, anthropology, and cultural studies, offering unique insights into the lives and expressions of communities. This programme is ideal if you seek to develop advanced research skills in a vibrant and historically significant area of study.
You will study this Masters Degree full-time on campus over one year, engaging with core modules in advanced research methods alongside a diverse range of option modules. These options explore topics such as narrative art, folk medicine, and cultural policy, allowing you to tailor your studies. You will have the opportunity to undertake either a significant dissertation or a practical work placement, gaining hands-on experience in archival research, fieldwork, or within a cultural heritage organisation. Upon graduation, you will possess advanced analytical and research capabilities, prepared for careers in cultural heritage, archives, research, or further academic study.