This programme is offered jointly by faculty from the Department of History, Mary Immaculate College and the Department of History, University of Limerick. The programme meets the needs of graduates in history, or in related disciplines (e.g. Irish studies, human geography, archaeology, anthropology) who wish to carry out historical research, especially in relation to a particular locality. The course is particularly suitable for those hoping to proceed to PhD programmes in history, but also facilitates those interested in historical research for their own personal development.
The course is part-time, over two academic years. The emphasis is on conducting and presenting research. It consists of six taught modules delivered through lectures and seminars, as well as the preparation of a thesis for submission at the end of the second year. Prospective applicants who wish to discuss the course informally may contact Dr Maura Cronin or Dr Liam Chambers at Mary Immaculate College, or Prof Bernadette Whelan at UL.
| College | Mary Immaculate College |
| Course ID | 124459 |
| Course Location | Limerick City, Limerick |
| Course Qualification | Masters Degree |
| Awarding Body | University of Limerick |
| Course Fee | Please contact the MIC Admissions Office at admissions@mic.ul.ie |
| Entry Requirements | The normal requirement is a primary degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Irish Studies, Geography, Archaeology, Anthropology) with at least second class honours. Applicants with approved equivalent qualifications or substantial relevant research or professional experience may also be considered. Final selection may involve an interview. |

The Structured PhD/M Ed in Literacy Education is a two-year Masters programme or a four-year Doctoral programme which endeavours to promote the development of research, critical thinking and communication skills within the context of the evolving nature of literacy in the twenty first century.
Primary Education with the possibility of a further year for a Masters Degree (M.
Run by the Department of English language and Literature in Mary Immaculate College since 2002, this highly-successful and popular one-year taught Master of Arts programme in Modern English Literature has graduated over 160 students and 97% of these students have graduated with an honours MA degree.