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Brief Description
The MA in International Studies is a one year, full-time programme which uses the disciplinary insights provided by international relations theories to investigate and explain contemporary international issues such as terrorism, nuclear proliferation, global inequality and globalisation .Core modules are supplemented by a wide range of departmental electives, allowing students develop expertise in areas of their own interests.
The MA in International Studies is a one year, full-time programme which uses the disciplinary insights provided by international relations theories to investigate and explain contemporary international issues such as terrorism, nuclear proliferation, global inequality and globalisation. Core modules are supplemented by a wide range of departmental electives, allowing students develop expertise in areas of their own interests.
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| Field Trip: Optional multi-day study trip to Brussels or Geneva during the spring semester, including seminar discussions with practitioners and visits to the European institutions and other international organisations. | ||
Further module details can be found on the Politics and Public Administration department website
A primary degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. economics, history, geography, political science, sociology, European studies, law), with a minimum result of a second honours, or an approved qualification (Primary degree: Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland).
WHAT TO INCLUDE WITH YOUR APPLICATION:
- Qualification transcripts and certificates
- A copy of your birth certificate or passport
- A copy of your CV
- If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice.
- If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided:
- English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts AND
- English language competency certificate
- Please click here for Further Information on English Language Requirements
EU €7,600 - Non- EU €18,000
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.)
Career Prospects
The programme equips students with substantive knowledge about a variety of international political phenomena, competence in the use of social scientific research methods, as well as analytical and transferable skills. Some graduates continue studying towards a Ph.D. or towards professional qualifications in fields such as law and commerce. Others may go on to pursue careers in journalism, public administration, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, think tanks, interest groups and business.
Graduate Testimonials
Janina Yotovo "The M.A. in International Studies programme equipped me with the knowledge and the experience necessary to be successful 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 potential and existing investors to help them establish or expand their operations in Ireland. Based in Dublin, I am responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the CEO’s office and liaising with senior management, the IDA’s Press Office, client companies, governments,
other public sector organisations, news media organizations, and other stakeholders on behalf of the CEO. I previously worked with the Technology Division at IDA, where I was responsible for providing marketing and administrative support to the team, as well as for market research and data analysis."