Medieval Irish Studies

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  • University/Institute Name Maynooth University
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration1 year
  • Application deadlineJun 2026

Position Details (Master's)

The Medieval Irish Studies program from Maynooth Universityenables students to explore and examine the rich tradition ofearly Irish literature and intellectual culture, from the early medieval period and the advent of Christianity until the coming of the Normans at the end of the 12th century.

The Medieval Irish Studies program from Maynooth University also enables students to deepen their acquaintance with the language of the period, and to endow them with a set of research skills appropriate to work in this field.

Career Options

Successful completion of the Medieval Irish Studies program from Maynooth Universitywill equip students for a variety of career paths, including library and archival work, various types of adult education and employment in the heritage and related industries.

Courses include:

  • Developing Research Skills in Medieval Irish Studies
  • Old Irish Language
  • Learned Literature of Medieval Ireland
  • Middle Welsh
  • Readings From Early Irish Literature
  • Old Irish Language
  • Medieval Irish Sagas and Mythology

Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

Position Start Date

Sep 2026