The MSc Information Systems at University College Dublin is designed for individuals seeking to bridge the gap between technology, data, and society. You will explore how information is gathered, analysed, and communicated, delving into emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning within a critical ethical framework. This interdisciplinary programme is ideal for students from both technical and non-technical backgrounds who wish to develop the skills to critically evaluate and contribute to the design and deployment of human-centred information systems. You will gain a deep understanding of the practical and theoretical issues inherent in this dynamic field.
This full-time, on-campus Master's degree is studied over one year, combining core modules in quantitative data analysis, data and society, informatics, and project management with opportunities to specialise. You will engage with interactive dashboards, machine learning foundations, and AI ethics, alongside optional modules in areas like user-centred design, digital policy, and research theory. Throughout the programme, you will develop essential research, design, and analytical skills through individual and group assignments. You will graduate prepared for a variety of roles in the technology sector, equipped to address the complex challenges of information systems in the modern world.