An honours undergraduate degree in English or in another cognate subject (NFQ Level 8) with a 2.1 classification (Second Class Honours, Grade One) or equivalent* is normally required. A sample of written work of c.3000 words and two academic references are also required. Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 7 (no band less than 6.5 in each element), or equivalent.
Students meeting the programme’s academic entry requirements but not the English language requirements, may enter the programme upon successful completion of UCD’s International Pre-Master’s Pathway programmes. Please see the following link for further information:
https://www.ucd.ie/alc/programmes/pathways/int%20pmp/
*equivalencies will vary depending on grade scale of award presented but will generally require a grade average of B or a GPA no less than 3.08;
*However, all applicants will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and in certain exceptional cases an award at a lower level or a 2.2 classification may be considered
These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes
Articulate knowledge, arguments and ideas clearly and effectively through essays, presentations and proposals Be effective independent researchers, who can identify a viable research topic and develop this into a research project Demonstrate a developed awareness of historical contexts, theoretical positions and the range of literary and/or cultural production appropriate to their chosen specialization Demonstrate an enhanced knowledge of literary and cultural analysis, including methodology, in their chosen disciplines and fields Demonstrate mastery of advanced techniques in the use of archival and digital resources Demonstrate their facility as readers, thinkers and writers, with advanced skills in detailed textual analysis and close reading Make connections across different time periods and cultures, and identify key aesthetic/cultural/social movements in their chosen specialization Recent graduates are working in the following areas: • Media/publishing/broadcasting/journalism Some students have also progressed to and successfully completed PhD study. Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information. Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.