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Accessibility & LanguageHistory
Welcome to the History Department/Fáilte chuig Roinn na Staire
The History Department at the University of Galway dates back to the foundation of the university in 1845. To learn more about the Department’s excellent record in teaching and research, go to 'About Us'.
History forms an essential tool in your quest to understand the complexities of today’s world. By studying the past, you can discover events and patterns that help make sense of contemporary society, while also identifying possibilities for a better future. The study of History trains you in skills that are critical to most modern careers – rigorous analysis and clear communication. You will learn how to interpret a vast array of data, from fragments of a medieval manuscript to millions of digitised news reports, and how to communicate your findings in impactful ways.
General Information
You can study History at the University of Galway in three ways:
- Three-year BA (Joint Hons) programme
- Four-year BA History programme
- Four-year denominated Arts programmes
For postgraduate studies in History, go to Postgraduate Courses
Whichever programme you choose, you will have the opportunity to engage with Irish, European, American and global history and explore a wide range of historical themes such as politics, nationalism, famine, land, childhood, religion, race and ethnicity, and war.
Students of History can apply for study abroad opportunities in Europe, North America or Asia. Students who are especially interested in study abroad should consider the BA (Global Experience), the BA History or any Arts programme that includes French, German or Italian.
Our graduates embark on careers
- directly related to the past like history teachers, heritage officers, museum curators or archivists or
- in other fields where the research, analysis and communication skills acquired studying History, often supplemented by professional qualifications, give them an edge, such as in administration, diplomacy, public relations, journalism, law, and business.
“The History Department at the University of Galway has far exceeded my expectations. The wide range of courses available allowed me to explore many areas in history from Medieval to Modern. The lecturers are also very approachable and make a special effort to build a rapport with their students, which makes studying history even more enjoyable.” Ciara Hamilton, Research Assistant in Malaria Modelling, Imperial College London
“Studying History at the University of Galway has given me increased confidence in my writing, critical thinking, and public speaking skills. Lectures and tutorial classes were highly engaging, and it was inspiring to see lecturers fully immerse themselves in their classes. The skills I have acquired through studying history have been a great foundation of learning for me and no doubt will stick with me in my future endeavours." – Hannah Joyce, Behavioural Health Coach, Silver Cloud Health
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