History and Geography

Atlantic Technological University Galway-Mayo
Ireland, Galway-Mayo

ATU Mayo - Department of Environmental Humanities & Social Science Ireland, ATU Mayo

Study location	Ireland, ATU Mayo
Type	Undergraduate, full-time
Nominal duration	4 years (240 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	BA (Hons) (Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in History and Geography)
Course code	0125/0240

Tuition fee	€12,000 per year

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher) Qualifications must meet the equivalent of the Irish Leaving Cert level 5 NFQ The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. This includes a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. If your Documents are not in English, please upload a translated version You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Entry qualification

High school / secondary education (or higher)

Qualifications must meet the equivalent of the Irish Leaving Cert level 5 NFQ

The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English.

This includes a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

If your Documents are not in English, please upload a translated version

You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 5.5+, TOEFL 69+ or Duolingo English Test 90+ More Information

Language requirements

English

Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 5.5+, TOEFL 69+ or Duolingo English Test 90+
More Information

More information	gmit.ie/..honours-in-history-and-geography

This programme provides top quality teaching and will appeal to those with an interest in history, geography, archaeology, or wildlife. The course provides graduates with a range of transferable skills in digital media, mapping and communications that are valued by employers.

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.

Studying History & Geography in ATU Mayo 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

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
Historian
Genealogist
Folklorist
Rural & Community Development Officer
Museum Documentation Officer
Ecologist
Cultural Marketing Manager