Humanities - History BA (Hons)

The four-year Bachelor of Arts in Humanities-History at University College Dublin is a comprehensive program that provides students with an in-depth understanding of global and Irish history. This degree focuses on the development of critical thinking, research, and writing skills to explore historical themes such as politics, economics, sociology, anthropology, literature, and art. Students will also have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through field trips and internships to places of historical significance. Graduates from this program are well prepared for careers in public history, archives & heritage conservation or museum studies while further studies leading towards advanced degrees such as Master's or Doctoral programs can open additional career paths in teaching or research roles. With its unique combination of modules covering diverse topics and its emphasis on independent learning and problem solving skills, this program provides students with the tools they need to become experts within their chosen field while making meaningful contributions towards our collective understanding of the past.