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University College Dublin

European History

MA European History
Academic Year 2020/2021
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 120)

The MA European History (UNICA) is a stimulating two-year interdisciplinary, comparative Master's programme which offers the choice between partner universities in five European capitals – Dublin, Berlin, Paris, Rome, and Vienna. Over two years, students study in two or three of the collaborating universities, beginning and completing their programme in their host university.

This diverse programme focuses on the comparative analysis of European history and students will develop the ability to understand historical problems in a comparative framework. The programme is taught in English, so that all partner universities offer some modules in English. It is also possible to take modules in the local language. This programme provides excellent preparation for students wishing to pursue a PhD in European history and equips students with a wide range of skills in the international jobs market.

This diverse programme focuses on the comparative analysis of European history

Students will develop the ability to understand historical problems in a comparative framework

The programme will be carried out in English, meaning English will be accepted at all partner universities for presentations and assignments

Who should apply?
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes

Programme Outcomes
To understand key problems in European history within a comparative framework;

To analyse key historical problems using primary sources in different languages;

To assess different methodological approaches in the study of European history;

To undertake original research, underpinned by critical thinking.

To analyse key historical problems using primary sources in different languages;

To assess different methodological approaches in the study of European history;

To understand key problems in European history within a comparative framework;

To undertake original research, underpinned by critical thinking.

Entry requirements

Applicants need an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university, in a relevant subject area of humanities or social sciences (history, international relations, politics, European studies, economics and sociology, or modern languages). Prerequisites for applying for this Master's Programme are proficiency in English (level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, CEFR) and a good knowledge of a second modern foreign language (level B2 of the CEFR). A command of German (level A2) is also required for applicants at Humboldt-Universität.

Application and admission processes are regulated and administered by all participating universities, according to the local practice. Study places are awarded by each partner university. Applicants have to send their application directly to one of the partner universities. For the period of mobility: All students must apply and register for the programme through their home university. In addition, formal registration and course enrolment is required at those participating university/ies where students attend for at least one semester

Students meeting the programme's academic entry requirements but not the English language requirements, may enter the programme upon successful completion of UCD's International Pre-Master's Pathway programmes. Please see the following link for further information: https://www.ucd.ie/alc/programmes/pathways/int%20pmp/

Duration

2 Years Full Time

Number of credits

120

Careers or further progression

Careers & Employability
Our graduates progress to a wide range of interesting careers.

Many of our alumni work in international business, foreign affairs and Dublin's vibrant tech sector, where a background in the global humanities is particularly valued. Other graduates work in senior positions across a diverse range of industries including education, the media, NGOs and the Arts, whilst some continue on to PhD research.

Further enquiries

Contact Name: William Mulligan
Contact Number: +353 (0)1 716 8371

Subjects taught

The MEH is a two year Master's programme divided into four phases (two winter and two summer terms). The programme starts in the winter term and it has a modular structure. It is made up of 120 Credits Points (CP) - 30 CP each term. All students will study in at least two different universities. A minimum of 30 ECTS credits must be obtained abroad. The Master's thesis is to be written in English and will be supervised by academic staff of two of the different partner universities.

Modules cover topics such as the First World War, political violence, comparative revolutions, Communism, European imperialism, gender in modern history, and the history of science and technology.

Stage 1 - Option
Origins of Modern Diplomacy
HIS41780
Approaches to the Middle Ages
HIS41840
Approaches to the MiddleAges II
HIS41850
UNICA: Hist Methods
HIS42040
Political violence 20c Europe
HIS42050
UNICA Dissertation
HIS42120
Global Revolutions
HIS42390
Health & Humanities
HIS42450
Pop Culture in Modern Ireland
HIS42460
Global History MA Methods
HIS42470
War, Peace, and Globalisation
HIS42480
Landscape and Environment in Ireland, 1500-1800
HIS42490
Gender and Education in Modern China's Global History (1800-Present)
HIS42520
Exploring the Explorers: Modern empires and the mythos of discovery
HIS42540

Comment

Vision and Values Statement
This MA programme offers an innovative and structured introduction to graduate study of European history. The programme has been designed for graduate students with a particular interest in European history, who intend to continue to more advanced graduate research.

Over the course of the two year programme, students have the opportunity to study at three leading European universities, developing an understanding of different historiographical and methodological approaches, appreciating the value of comparative approaches to European history, and developing linguistic and other skills necessary for more advanced graduate study. The mobility of the programme enables students to develop their own transnational networks with researchers and fellow students throughout Europe.

What constitutes European history has been endlessly debated and it is not the purpose of this programme to establish particular claims for the chronological and geographical boundaries of European history. The programme instead encourages students to think about European history within a comparative framework, be that comparing regions, nations, or other categories of analysis.

The structure of the programme encourages students to identify the partners within the consortium best suited to developing the student's specific research interests and other skills.

Related Programmes
MA History FT

Application date

How to apply?
The following entry routes are available:
MA European History (UNICA) FT (Z222)

Duration
2 Years

Attendance
Full Time

Deadline
Rolling *

* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised.

Course fee

MA European History (Z222) Full Time
EU fee per year - € 7315
nonEU fee per year - € 19900

***Fees are subject to change

Tuition fee information is available on the UCD Fees website. Please note that UCD offers a number of graduate scholarships for full-time, self-funding international students, holding an offer of a place on a UCD graduate degree programme. For further information please see International Scholarships.