Programs

MA History

The MA History programme at Queen's University Belfast offers an innovative curriculum designed to enhance your knowledge and skills in historical study. You will be taught by leading experts with research specialisms across a broad range of historical periods and geographical areas, including ancient, medieval, early modern, and contemporary history in Ireland, Britain, the USA, Europe, Africa, and Asia. The course also delves into public history, urban history, women's and gender history, religious history, political history, and extra-European history. Modules are structured to develop essential skills that employers value and to prepare students for doctoral research, covering areas like methods, sources, research dissertations, and public history internships. Queen's University Belfast is a world-leading centre for historical research, ranked among the top 200 globally for History. The School boasts a dynamic research environment, with 100% of its research environment considered 'world-leading' in the latest UK assessment. You will join a vibrant postgraduate community, engaging in graduate-led seminars, colloquia, and conferences, and collaborating closely with research centres such as the Centre for Public History and the Institute of Irish Studies. The university is also highly ranked for its international outlook and graduate prospects.