The MSc International Relations at University College Dublin offers you a deep dive into the complex forces shaping global politics, from interstate conflict and cooperation to international trade and migration. This postgraduate degree is ideal if you are seeking to understand the theoretical underpinnings and practical realities of international security, global justice, and political economy. You will explore contemporary issues through rigorous academic inquiry, developing a nuanced perspective on the challenges and opportunities that define our interconnected world.
This full-time, on-campus Masters programme is delivered over one year, equipping you with essential research design and analytical skills. You will engage with core modules in International Relations theory, statistics, and qualitative research methods, alongside a wide array of optional modules allowing for specialisation in areas like European governance or international political economy. Your studies culminate in a substantial thesis, where you will independently research a topic of your choice. You will graduate prepared for careers in diplomacy, international organisations, policy analysis, and research.