MA (Culture and Colonialism)

Programme description

The MA (Culture and Colonialism) is a multi-disciplinary taught Master of Arts programme, designed for graduates from the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. It was established to
further an understanding of the meaning of ’colonialism’, ’imperialism’, ’post-colonialism’, and ’neo-colonialism’ across a range of disciplines. We encourage students to view colonialism in
the widest possible contexts, in both historical and contemporary forms. Our teaching staff over the years has been drawn from the departments of English, History, Political Science and Sociology, Economics, Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Classics, and is supplemented by Irish and international guest lecturers. Students take six courses spread over two semesters, and complete their degree with the writing of a 15,000 word dissertation. 

Duration of the programme is one year beginning in September and ending in mid-August.

Programme aims and objectives

The MA (Culture and Colonialism) sets out to broaden and extend the analysis of colonialism and its effects by means of a multi-disciplinary approach and the writing of a minor dissertation. It teaches a variety of research and analytical skills, and encourages independent reading and research.

ECTS weighting

90 ECTS.

Programme fee, academic year 2009–10

E.U. students: €6,540
Non-E.U. students: €12,500*

*Subject to ratification

Please note: fees are correct at the time of online publication, but are subject to change (E&EO); non-E.U. fees must be paid in full prior to registration.

Application

Applications to this programme are made online via The Postgraduate Applications Centre (PAC). Relevant PAC application code above right.

Minimum entry requirements

Primary degree with second class honours or equivalent (e.g., GPA 3.0), in a relevant field.

Selection criteria

Selection is based on the candidate’s academic record at undergraduate level, statement of intent, and academic letters of recommendation.

Examination arrangements

Most of the courses are semester-long and are examined at the end of each semester. There is also a 15,000 word dissertation to be submitted at the end of the course.  

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