About the course

The MA in Irish Dance Studies programme is a one-year, full-time taught postgraduate programme. It considers Irish dance practices within cultural, historical and practice-based perspectives. Students on the programme critically engage with relevant literature and dance practices and undertake field research in a relevant Irish dance study of their choice. They also have the opportunity to interact with students on other related programmes at the Irish World Academy. The aim of the programme is to provide students with contextual, historical and embodied knowledge relating to different Irish dance practices. It also provides an invaluable foundation for those wishing to pursue dance research to doctoral level. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Limerick
Autumn (September), 2025	Limerick

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Limerick

A primary degree in a suitable discipline with first or second class honours or an approved professional qualification (Primary degree: Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland). An interview will be required in all cases, as well as an audition where necessary. Candidates may be required to submit additional audio visual and/or written material.

　　What to Include with your Application

　　Qualification transcripts and/or certificates (including certified English translations if applicable)

　　English language qualification(s) (if English is not your first language)

　　A one page supporting statement

　　A copy of your birth certificate/passport

　　IELTS: Minimum score of 6.5 with no lower than 6.0 in any one component. TOEFL: Minimum score of 90 or above in TOEFL IBT examination, 580 (paper based).

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Limerick. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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