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History of Family - MA

Develop the skills to research family history and family life while exploring the wider circumstances that shaped family life in the past

Key information

NFQ Level NFQ Level 9 Major
Duration One year or two years
Attendance Full-time or Part-time
Programme type Taught, Professional / Flexible
Delivery Blended
Start date September
Award Masters
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Explore the stories behind families and communities with a master’s degree that blends genealogy and academic history. The MA in History of Family equips you with the tools to investigate how families lived, worked, and changed over time both locally and globally. 

You’ll learn how to uncover and interpret historical records, analyse social and cultural contexts, and produce meaningful research that connects personal histories to broader historical narratives. Whether you're a recent graduate or a lifelong learner with a passion for family history, this programme offers a supportive and flexible learning environment tailored to your interests. 

Delivered on campus or online, the course is ideal for anyone looking to deepen their research skills, pursue a career in heritage or education, or simply explore the past through the lens of family life. 

During this programme, you will

  • Build advanced research and writing skills in the history of the family.
  • Learn how to analyse historical sources and uncover the stories of families across time and place.
  • Explore key themes such as migration, community, cultural identity, and social change.
  • Gain experience in communicating your findings through essays, podcasts, blogs, and presentations.
  • Design and complete an original research project on a topic that matters to you.
  • Engage with a diverse learning community through a flexible, blended teaching model.

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