University College Cork

Overview

The MA in Digital Arts and Humanities at University College Cork delves into the transformative impact of digital technologies on culture, creativity, and scholarship. This program equips students with both practical and analytical skills essential for employing digital methodologies in the study of arts and humanities, fostering contributions to interdisciplinary digital practices.

What you'll study

The curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of digital arts and humanities through a blend of theoretical and practical approaches. Key components include:

• Digital Humanities Institute
• Getting Started with Graduate Research and Generic Skills
• Communities of Practice in Digital Scholarship
• Digital Arts and Humanities
• Humanities and New Technologies: Tools and Methodologies

Students will engage in graduate-level seminars and structured learning activities that emphasize digital scholarship and arts practice. The program incorporates skills development through training in essential tools and workflows relevant to the field, alongside research-focused learning aimed at enhancing the ability to communicate ideas using appropriate academic and digital methods.

Entry requirements

• Academic qualification: A Second Class Honours Grade I in a primary honours degree (NFQ Level 8) or equivalent in any field.
• Alternative entry: Candidates holding a Second Class Honours Grade II (NFQ Level 8) may be considered through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), pending approval by the programme selection committee.
• English language proficiency (minimums):
  • IELTS: 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT: 90
  • PTE Academic: 63
  • Duolingo English Test: 120
  • Oxford Test of English (OTE): 140
• General requirements: Familiarity with common word processing software, basic internet tools, and a foundational understanding of spreadsheets and databases, alongside a readiness to develop advanced skills. Specific tools are integrated into relevant modules for skills enhancement.
• Documents typically required: Academic transcripts and degree certificates, CV (if requested), passport/ID, and English test results (where applicable). For a complete list and specifics, please consult the programme website.

Career prospects

Graduates of the MA in Digital Arts and Humanities can explore a variety of career paths that leverage their expertise in digital technologies and the arts. Opportunities may include roles in academia, cultural institutions, digital media, and various sectors that require innovative approaches to humanities research and practice. Additionally, post-study work rights in Ireland may allow graduates to pursue employment opportunities, subject to the regulations in effect at the time of application.