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During this programme, you will: 

• Explore key international political phenomena and global challenges 

• Develop expertise in areas that match your interests 

• Learn to apply social scientific research methods 

• Gain analytical and transferable skills to enhance your employability 

• Participate in an optional study trip to Brussels or Geneva 

Key information:  

• Complete full-time in one year 

• Delivered on campus 

• Modules taught during autumn and spring semesters 

• Submit a dissertation at the end of the summer semester 

You will learn through a blend of: 

• Lectures, workshops, and experiential learning 

• Reflective practice and supervised research 

• Regular feedback from faculty and peers 

Year 1  

Autumn Semester  

Core modules: 

• examines significant theories, issues, and debates in the study of International Relations. 

• familiarises students with alternative approaches to the conduct of research in social sciences. 

Electives – choose 1:  

Spring Semester 

Core modules:  

• develops an understanding of the theories and methods used in the empirical study of International Relations. 

• Optional study trip to Brussels or Geneva during the spring semester, including visits to European institutions and other international organisations and seminar discussions with practitioners. 

Electives – choose 2: 

Not all electives will run every year 

Summer Semester  

• Dissertation 

Books and journal articles needed for the course will be available online through the UL Glucksman Library.  

For more information on each module, you can search the faculty, school and module code on UL’s  

• Bachelor’s degree ( Level 8) in a relevant discipline (e.g. economics, history, geography, political science, sociology, European studies, law) with at least a second-class honours (2:2) 

• Applicants may be shortlisted and invited to interview 

Other Entry Considerations: 

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements, as long as you can show that you have the knowledge, skills, and experience needed for the programme. 

At UL, we value all kinds of learning and support different ways to qualify through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.  

International students:  

• For details on country-specific qualifications visit postgraduate entry requirements for international students. 

Checklist of documents: 

• Academic transcripts and certificates – translated if needed
  • UL graduates only need to provide their student ID number
• Copy of your birth certificate or passport
• Copy of your CV 

English Language: 

• English Language Competency certificate
• For details on accepted language qualifications visit English Language Requirements 

Guidelines on Completing your Application   

• To make sure we can review your application quickly, please:
  • Upload all documents. Your application can’t be reviewed until we have all the documents on the checklist. 
  • Title the documents you are uploading. For example, "Personal Statement", "Undergraduate Transcript", "Postgraduate Transcript", "English Language Certificate" etc. 
• *If you are waiting to graduate, submit your application with the documents you have to date, you don’t need to have finished final exams before applying. 

EU  €TBC

Non- EU  €18,600

Annual fees are billed by semester. Once registered, students may be eligible to apply for a monthly payment plan.  

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the Student Fees Office website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie).  

 
Funding 

Find further information on funding and scholarships.

This course can lead to the following sectors and careers:  

• Public administration
• International organisations
• Non-governmental organisations
• Think tanks
• Interest groups
• Journalism
• Business 

Still Curious?  

The team regularly host and take part in webinars to support future students. If you would like to learn more or ask questions at an online information session, click below.     

Online Information Sessions 

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Graduate spotlight: Janina Yotovo 

“The MA in International Studies programme equipped me with the knowledge and experience necessary to succeed in my career in research and international relations. 

 
I work in the CEO’s office at IDA Ireland, the Irish Government’s Foreign Direct Investment Agency. We partner with investors to help them establish or expand operations in Ireland. 

 
Based in Dublin, I liaise with senior management, client companies, governments, media, and other stakeholders on behalf of the CEO. 

 
I previously worked with the Technology Division at IDA, supporting marketing, administration, and market research.”