Key Information
Duration:
- Full-time: 48 months
- Part-time: 72 months
Start Dates & Application Deadlines: Starting September 2026. Apply anytime. Research applications are generally accepted at any time.
Language: English
Credits: 30 ECTS
Delivered: On Campus
Campus Location: Maynooth, Ireland
Disciplines: American and Australasian studies, Iberian studies
Overview
The School of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures (SMLLC) runs friendly, informal research seminars and regularly invites guest lecturers to share their expertise with the Departments in the School. Members of the Department, including postgraduate students, participate in national and international conferences.
Career Options
Graduates of Spanish and Latin American Studies programme from Maynooth University may go on to careers in the education sector, as secondary or third level teachers, or as researchers. Their linguistic skills and knowledge of intercultural communication means that many of our graduates may go on to pursue careers with an international dimension, in international business or in the public service.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Professional Certificate in Postgraduate Teaching and Learning: Tutors and Demonstrators
- Research Funding Application
- Innovation and Research Commercialisation
- Professional Skills - Thesis Completion and Career Development
- Academic Writing Module
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English Requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 90
- PTE Academic: 63
- IELTS: 6.5
Other Requirements
- 2.1 grade or higher in relevant BA or equivalent
- All candidates for postgraduate research degree must have an undergraduate qualification in Spanish or a relevant subject area. PhD candidates must have a postgraduate qualification in Spanish or a relevant subject area.
- Candidates normally must have obtained at least a 2nd Class Honours Grade I in their primary degree, or equivalent. Applicants for research degrees are requested to contact the Head of Department, enclosing relevant academic transcripts, an outline of the proposed area of research, and the names of two referees.
- Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
International: 22,670 AUD / year (≈ 14,000 EUR / year)
EU/EEA: 10,525 AUD / year (≈ 6,500 EUR / year)
Additional Details
Part-time Tuition Fees: EU: 4330 EUR / Year
Continuation year (Full-Time): EU: 4330 EUR / Year; Non-EU: 10000 EUR / Year
Living Costs
Maynooth, Ireland: 1,053-1,619 AUD / month