MPhil in Medieval Irish
Advanced postgraduate study in the language, literature, and palaeography of medieval Ireland.
Best for:Best for students with a strong background in Irish studies, history, or linguistics who wish to specialize in medieval manuscript analysis.
Overview
The MPhil in Medieval Irish at Trinity College Dublin provides students with specialized training in the linguistic and literary traditions of medieval Ireland. The curriculum focuses on developing essential skills in palaeography, metrics, and the critical editing of original manuscripts. Students are expected to engage deeply with primary sources, requiring a strong foundation in either Old or Classical Modern Irish. This programme is designed for those seeking to advance their expertise in the scholarly analysis of medieval Irish texts.
What you'll do
- Attend and participate in all scheduled lectures and seminars.
- Develop proficiency in reading and interpreting medieval Irish manuscripts.
- Apply palaeographic and metric skills to the analysis of primary texts.
- Undertake the critical editing and translation of medieval Irish source material.
- Engage in independent research within the field of medieval Irish studies.
Requirements
Degree required: Honours degree (2.1 or higher) in Irish or a cognate subject such as History, Archaeology, or Linguistics.
Degree offered: MPhil
Language: English; Band B (Standard Entry) proficiency required.
Instruction: English
- Solid grounding in Old Irish (demonstrated by 50% or higher in the Diploma in Old Irish or equivalent) for the Early Irish stream.
- Solid working knowledge of Modern Irish for the Classical Modern Irish stream.
- Academic proficiency in English.
- Applicants must hold a good Honours degree (2.1 or higher) in a relevant discipline.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-06-30
Applications must be submitted through the official Trinity College Dublin postgraduate course portal. Ensure all required academic transcripts and evidence of language proficiency are prepared for upload.
- Academic transcripts
- Evidence of English language proficiency
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