Overview

You will learn in many ways in the classroom, in our customised lab, through practical sessions and field trips with a particular focus on history and geography throughout. You will also have the opportunity to undertake work experience with a relevant host organisation.

Key features

Studying History and Geography (Hons) programme at the Atlantic Technological University will allow you to:

Acquire key professional skills valued by employers
Progress to the Professional Masters in Education
Prepare for a career in the fields of history and geography
Acquire transferable skills in digital media and communications
Gain employment in the public or private sector
Become self-employed
Progress to study at Masters and Doctoral levels

Job Opportunities

Sample careers for graduates include:

Education Officer
Environmental Conservation Officer
Archaeologist
Museum Curator
Library and Archives Professional
Rural Recreation Officer
Green Schools’ Officer
Ecotourism operator
Environmental consultant
Tourism Officer

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Local History

Genealogy

The Natural Environment

Geographies of Rural Development

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

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Non-EU Visa requiring applicants: 1st May

Non-EU Non-Visa requiring applicants: 31st July

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

95

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TOEFL^® IBT

70

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PTE Academic

51

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Castlebar, Ireland

Disciplines

History Geography View 17 other Bachelors in History in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

95

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TOEFL^® IBT

70

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PTE Academic

51

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IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Leaving Certificate Entry Requirement

6 subjects at O6/H7
2 subjects at H5
English or Irish at O6/H7
Maths at O6/H7 or Foundation Maths at F2

QQI/FET Major Award Required:Any

Additional QQI/FET/ Requirements:Three Distinctions

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12000 EUR / year

≈ 12000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

3000 EUR / year

≈ 3000 EUR / year

Living costs

Castlebar

Ireland

650 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Castlebar

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