International Studies

Key programme benefits to future students

Core modules are supplemented by a wide range of departmental electives, allowing students to develop expertise in areas of their own interest.

Autumn Modules

• Graduate Seminar in International Relations

• Graduate Research Methods

• One elective module from the list



Spring Modules

• Graduate Seminar in International Co-operation and Conflict; Research Methods (progressing dissertation)

• Two elective modules from the list



Elective Modules for both semesters

Graduate Seminar in Development | Graduate Seminar in Institutions and Policies of the European Union | Graduate Seminar in Contemporary Political Theory | Multilevel Governance: Concepts and Practice | Conflict Analysis | Graduate Seminar in Comparative Politics | Graduate Seminar in Peacebuilding | Graduate Seminar in European Governance | Global Transformation and Exclusion | External Relations of the European Union | Russian and Post Soviet Politics | Foreign Aid and Development | Development Practice and Programme Management | Global Justice Representative Democracy in Europe | International Political Economy



Summer Modules

• Dissertation

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honour, grade 2 (2:2) in a social science or related discipline.



The university may shortlist and invite you to an 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.

1 year full-time, on-campus.

Autumn

Graduate careers

Some graduates continue studying towards a PhD. or towards professional qualifications in fields such as law and commerce. Others may go on to pursue careers in journalism, public administration, international organisations, non-governmental organisations, think tanks, interest groups and business.