Overview

Successful completion of the Medieval Irish programme from Maynooth University will equip the student for further academic work and for employment in heritage, libraries and related institutions.

Careers

A completed PhD is the necessary requirement for and gateway to advanced academic work, in teaching and in research.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Old Irish Language

Medieval Irish Sagas and Mythology

Palaeography and Manuscript Culture

Middle Welsh Reading

Readings From Early Irish Literature 6

Conference Organisation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-23 00:00:00

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More details

Research applications are generally accepted at any time.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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95

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

History View 4 other PhDs in History in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A student beginning a PhD in Medieval Irish will normally have at least a 2:1 at MA level in a relevant discipline; a good knowledge of Old Irish is desirable but not essential. Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level.

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Tuition Fee

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International

14000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14000 EUR per year during 48 months.
EU/EEA

6500 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6500 EUR per year during 48 months.

Part time EU: 4330 EUR (PT for national only)

Living costs for Maynooth

650 - 1000 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.