History of Family

Key programme benefits to future students

Over the course of the year students will master the art of academic writing and develop advanced research skills through in-class training and via field trips to libraries and archives conducted in both semesters.



By the end of the course successful students will have acquired the necessary skills to present historical research to a publication standard, and to conduct historical research at a doctoral level.



The course is unique in that it is delivered in both in a classroom and online context. Students who study online will also interact with colleagues that are based in Limerick, via audio- or video-conference during in-class lectures which provides an enriched experience for everyone.



All students have access to BrightSpace, the University of Limerick’s virtual learning platform, which provides easy access to lecture materials and other resources, as well as interaction with other students. Students are assessed by regular weekly assignments and end of term essays.

History of Family

Autumn Modules

• Introduction to the history of the family

• Linking Families to Communities

• Graduate Seminar in Irish Cultural History

• Historical Research in Practice 1



Spring Modules

• People on the Move

• History Research Seminar

• Directed Reading in History

• Historical Research in Practice 2



Summer Modules

• Dissertation, or

• Exit for Graduate Diploma on completion of 60 taught credits

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honour, grade 2 (2:2), BSc or BA) in a relevant discipline (e.g. History, Geography, Archaeology or Irish Studies)



Applicants with approved equivalent qualifications with substantial experience in the History of Family (such as appropriate publications) or relevant professional experience may also be considered for admission.



The university may shortlist and interview applicants as necessary.



Other Entry Considerations:

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements, as long as you can show that you have the knowledge, skills, and experience needed for the programme.



At UL, we value all kinds of learning and support different ways to qualify through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time, on-campus.

Autumn

Graduate careers

This programme will equip students with the necessary skills for careers in the heritage, archival or library sectors as well as careers in higher education and teaching in primary and post-primary schools.