History - Research

The award of the degree is based entirely on an MLitt thesis. However, to ensure that our graduates obtain as thorough preparation as possible for their future careers, the university has put in place a structured MLitt programme under which students in the Faculty of Arts, Celtic Studies and Philosophy take taught modules over the duration of the programme as agreed with the department.



MLitt students work with a supervisor to complete a medium-sized research thesis for the duration of the programme (usually two years). They are also required to take a combination of compulsory and optional modules. They take a minimum of 10 credits in taught modules, and are obliged to attend and make a presentation to the departmental Research Seminar, for which they receive credit.

For entry to the combined MLitt/PhD programme see https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/history/postgraduate



Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level.



Minimum English language requirements:

Applicants for whom English is not their first language are required to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study. For information about English language tests accepted and required scores, please see here. The requirements specified are applicable for both EU and International applicants..



Maynooth University's TOEFL code is 8850

Applications are open for the 2025/6 academic year. Visit our online application portal to start your application.

We are here to support you throughout the admissions process.



For queries on your postgraduate course options please contact pgstudies@mu.ie

For queries or support on your application process please contact pgadmissions@mu.ie



If you are an international (Non-EU) applicant please contact internationaladmissions@mu.ie

2 years Full-time, 3 years Part-time

Commences September (or other agreed time)

This structured research programme prepares graduates for a wide range of career opportunities, including lecturing, consultancy, government service, library, museum, arts work and publishing.