About the course

The MA Archives & Records Management programme in the School of History trains students to select, curate and ensure access to the historic and future memory contained in records. It is aimed at graduates who wish to acquire the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to enable them to ethically manage records and archives in all formats, from medieval manuscripts to born digital records.

　　The programme is based on the conception of the record-keeper as a reflective professional, who is informed in terms of adherence to international best practice, creative in the delivery of services, sensitive to cultural difference, and dynamic in relation to technological change.

　　This MA is the entry-level professional qualification for archivists and records managers in Ireland and globally.

　　UCD’s programme has an international reputation and has long-standing accreditation by the Archives and Records Association (UK and Ireland).

　　The MA curriculum provides students with practical knowledge based on a strong theoretical foundation. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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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: EU€21,520

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Autumn (September), 2024	Belfield
Autumn (September), 2025	Belfield

　　

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Entry requirements for University College Dublin

Applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications:

　　Ireland and the UK: 2nd class honours, grade I in the primary degree. In exceptional circumstances candidates with a high 2nd class honours, grade II degree will be considered.

　　Canada and the USA: a primary degree with a grade point average of 3.5

　　Other: an internationally recognised equivalent of the above

　　Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element) or equivalent. Toefl - A minimum score of 600 in the paper-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT), with Test of Written English at 475 + A minimum score of 90 is required in the Internet based TOEFL (iBT) with a score of at least 20 in each section

　　

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　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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

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