MA History

The Master of Arts in History program offered by Queen's University Belfast provides an opportunity to study history at an advanced level in the dynamic environment of a world-leading research institution. This program offers an exceptional learning experience, curated by international experts and committed staff with a wide range of interests, and backed by a strong support system of resources and facilities.Course Content: The course provides a diverse roster of topics including modern and ancient history, Irish, British and European history, and US and world history, among others. Students understand historical processes, comparisons, and theories through a variety of teaching and Learning methods. The program provides a deep understanding of historical periods, the chance to choose a specialized topic for dissertation, and skills training options.Key Modules: Some primary areas of study include 'Themes in Modern World History', 'Documentary Research Skills in History', 'Themes in Irish History: This covers the period from the 16th to 21st centuries', and 'Themes in Modern American History.' The program concludes with a dissertation.Accreditations: The course is accredited by Queen's University Belfast, a member of the Russell Group, an association of leading UK research-intensive universities. Future Careers: Though the course is primarily set up to enable students to pursue historical research to Ph.D. level, many students take the MA to enhance their personal and professional development. History students can find employment in fields such as the civil service, politics, public policy and government, teaching, journalism, librarianship, archiving, museums, heritage, tourism, and PR.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.