Local History - MA
Key information
Local history is critical for understanding the way our communities developed, enriching broader national narratives. As interest in local history grows, so does the need for high-quality research.
The part-time Master of Arts (MA) in Local History provides the professional study and academic support needed to explore local history to the highest standards and how to articulate a more accurate and deeper understanding of the past.
You’ll learn how to reconstruct and interpret the past using a wide range of sources, from oral histories and material culture to archives and historical geography.
Whether you’re a teacher, researcher, heritage professional or simply passionate about your place and its people, this programme will help you develop the skills to tell those stories with depth and accuracy.
During this programme, you will
- Systematically develop key skills in historical research and analysis.
- Deepen your understanding of local and regional communities over time.
- Enhance your research, writing, and presentation abilities.
- Collaborate with scholars active in Irish local and regional history.
