Postgraduate study at Queen’s

School of History and Anthropology

2014-2015

PGT and PGR study optionsMA (Master of Arts)

1 year FT / 2-3 years PT

MRes (Master of Research) 1 year FT / 3 years PT

Graduate Diploma (Social Anthropology/Ethnomusicology) 1 year FT / 2 years PT

PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) 3-4 years FT / 6-8 years PT

Why PGT?

• To pursue your personal interests in a subject at a more advanced level

• To be offered training and flexibility to pursue research interests

• To develop your own intellectual and communication skills in a demanding, fast-moving research environment

• To learn how to solve complex problems using different methods of research and analysis

• To distinguish yourself from other jobs-market entrants

Two ways of seeing PGT

1. As an end in itself

• To take your undergraduate subject interest to a higher level, leading to a major research dissertation

• To obtain a degree representing a higher level of achievement than the BA

• To acquire a higher level of skills in research, organisation and analysis of complex ideas and information, and in the communication of evidence at length

Two ways of seeing PGT

2. As an essential step towards a PhD

• MA is recognised by AHRC and DEL as part of 1+3 model for PhD research training

• MA provides essential research skills training for PhD projects

• MA dissertation as dry run for PhD dissertation

Employment opportunities

Our postgraduate students have gone on to find employment in research (both academic and non-academic), archives, museums and other historically-related areas, as well as in teaching and in a wide range of public and private sector work.

• A PGT qualification is regarded by many employers as representing a higher degree of intellectual and

research- related achievement than a BA degree.

• Internship placements are available on some MA programmes to enhance employability profiles.

PRONI

MA study options

• Can be studied full-time over 12 months (September-September)

• Can be studied part-time over 31 months (September – May)

• Most assessment is by coursework, with a major dissertation

• Candidates who pass all taught units but don’t submit or who fail the MA dissertation may be awarded PG Diploma

Our MA portfolio

• MA History

• MA Irish History

• MA Irish Studies

• MRes Irish Local History

• MA Social Anthropology

• MA Cognition and Culture

MA History pathwaysMA Irish History

MA in Modern History:British; American; Ancient;

Medieval and Early-Modern; Religion, Identity and Conflict

MA History / Irish History

• Modules in Research Methods and Historiography

• Subject-specific modules and Historical Documents or Internship

• 20K word dissertation

Public History Internship

• Opportunity for placements in a wide range of institutions

• Enhance your career opportunities and gain valuable experience

• Learn from the professionals

• Enhance your employability

MA Irish Studies

• Interdisciplinary MA based at the Institute of Irish Studies

• Modules available in History, Anthropology, Politics, English, Sociology

• 15K word dissertation

MRes Irish Local History

• Four taught modules specific to Irish local history

• Extended research dissertation of up to 30,000 words

• Training and support in carrying out a local history research project potentially suitable for publication

• Particularly suitable for part-time students (classes 6-8pm)

MA Social Anthropology pathways

• Ethnomusicology

• New Frontiers

• Anthropology of Ireland

• Irish Music

Closely linked to the research agenda of ICC

Modules in:1. Theory and Methods in Cognition and Culture 2. Evolution and Human Behaviour3. Social Cognition 4. Cognitive Science of Religion5. Dissertation (2 modules)

MA Cognition and Culture

How to apply

• Application criteria: • You must have or be in the process of completing a BA in

relevant subject at minimum of 2:i level or equivalent

• You will need two academic referees who can comment on your suitability for MA-level study

• The deadline for funding applications is 17 February 2014 (but later applications from self-funding applicants are welcomed)

• Applications are made via the online portal

Fees and fundingWhat does it cost?

Fees for 2013–14 are £4,400 (FT) pa

Part-time fees are by module but areroughly equivalent

Fees can be paid in instalments

There are higher fee rates for non-EU/UKresidents

Sources of funding

• MA / MRes bursaries(4 x fees only – UK/EU residents)

• MA / MRes international bursaries (2 x fees only – non-UK/EU students only)

• MA Irish History Beckett bursaries (2 x EU-level fees only – non-EU students top up)

• MA Irish Studies Mary McNeill scholarship• (£3,000 for US/Canadian student)

No separate application needed for funding applications. Application deadline for funding consideration is 17 February 2014.

Why do an MA at QUB? QUB is one of the 20 research-led ‘Russell Group’ universities in

the UK, and one of the leading centres for historical and anthropological research in Ireland

Historical research at QUB was graded 5 by the Research Assessment Exercise in 2001. Ranked in top 20 departments by ‘Research Power’ in 2007 RAE. Consistently ranked in the global top 100 history depts

QUB has particular research strengths in Ethnomusicology and Social Anthropology, Irish history, the history of modern Britain and its empire, in ancient and medieval history, and in the history of the American South, and has specialists in a range of other research fields..

The School has a large postgraduate body and a lively research and social culture, with numerous historical seminars and conferences.

More informationTalk to the relevant co-ordinators:

Eric Morier-Genoud (MA History) Andrew Holmes (MA Irish History)Olwen Purdue (MRes)Maruska Svasek (Anthropology /

Ethnomusicology / Irish Studies)Paulo Sousa (Cognition and Culture)

Crawford Gribben (Head of PG)

More information

School website:www.qub.ac.uk/historyandanthropology

QUB Postgraduate webpages:www.qub.ac.uk/postgraduate

The PhD• Doctorate of Philosophy• 3-4 year programme (FT)• 6-8 years PT• Supervision team (2)• Leads to 80,000 word

dissertation• PSTP and School training

support; TA and internship opportunities

Why do a PhD?Pursue your scholarly interests to an

advanced – professional - levelEssential qualification for entry to academic

and related careersHighly demanding degree which requires

ability, focus, disciplineKey transferable skills in advanced research

methods, project organisation, and communications

Close working relationship with supervisorStructured PhD programme (training,

teaching, student-led seminars)For more information on employability, see

‘What do PhDs do?’ on the Vitae website: http://www.vitae.ac.uk/

Why do a PhD at Queen’s?• Research expertise within School:• RAE 2008 graded 60% of research activity by History

as world-leading or internationally excellent (4* & 3*), placing History at Queen’s in the top 20 UK HEIs by research weighting. Consistently ranked in global 100

• RAE confirmed Queen’s as a world leading centre for Anthropology: 35% of research graded world-leading (4*). Only 2 other UK Anthropology depts performed at this top level

• Large and dynamic research community • Extensive collection of research resources (esp.

relating to Irish history and society); large online resources

• Unique research institutes of Irish Studies, Cognition & Culture

• Research support (office space, computers, travel/conference funds)

Cartoon, Hart Mss, QUB Special Collections

Some recent books by QUB PhDs

Fees and funding for PhDsWhat does it cost?• Fees for 2013–14 were £3,900 (EU, FT)• Fees can be paid in instalments• Higher fee rates for non-EU/UK residents

PhD funding available 2014:- 1 International - AHRC Northern Bridge- 2 DEL Strategic- 2+ DEL open- North-South- China Council

All applications should be made via the University Portal

Applications for PLACES can be considered up to end of summer

Applications for FUNDING must be received by 17 February 2014 (in most cases there is no separate application form – use Portal)

Requirements: FOR MA – attainment of minimum 2:1 degree (CGPA 3.3) or equivalent in discipline by July 2012; academic references; transcriptFOR PhD – minimum 2:1 (CGPA 3.3) BA and normally MA pass (or projected pass) in discipline; academic references; transcript; research proposal

Applications

Postgraduate Study at Queen’sAn ‘Old’ University (est. 1845)World class academic reputation:

- international recognition for ourresearch (RAE)- student-centred ethos- international links (Beijing, Chennai, Boston, Vanderbilt etc) - member of Russell Group of research-led UK universities

New Library: an investment for the futureLocation in heart of Belfast

with good travel links to ROI and UKModern and affordable student accommodation

For more information on PhDs:• School webpages

• Talk to postgraduate co-ordinators and potential supervisors

• Talk to current PhD students

• Talk to Crawford Gribben, Head of PG

• Talk to Susan Templeton, School PG Administrator