MEconSc European Public Affairs & Law
Academic Year 2020/2021
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 90)
An intensive, multi-disciplinary and tightly-focused programme of study on the European Union; its development, structures, decision-making and law as well as a major focus on the Union's growing international role and capacity.
designed to equip graduates with strong expertise in contemporary European affairs, based on a genuinely inter-disciplinary approach to the comparative study of Europe and the European Union.
core modules in the internal and external affairs of the European Union, paying particular attention to contemporary changes in political and economic governance of the Euro area.
Who should apply?
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes
Part Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No
The applicants should have earned an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject such as political science, international relations, social science, sociology, history, geography, economics, global studies, public policy, development studies, EU studies, law/international law with at least Upper Second Class Honours, or its equivalent (an overall GPA of 3.0 (B) or higher in the American system). Relevant professional experience will also be taken into account.
Programme Outcomes
develop students' capacities for critical reflection on European policies and processes
enhance students' research and writing skills
develop oral presentation skills
enhance group work skills
develop methodological research expertise
To fully appraise students of key issues in European public affairs and law
To fully appraise students of key issues in European public affairs and law
develop methodological research expertise
develop oral presentation skills
develop students' capacities for critical reflection on European policies and processes
enhance group work skills
enhance students' research and writing skills
Student Internships
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Vision and Values Statement
This programme aspires to nurture first-rate specialists in European public affairs and law capable of decisively intervening in some of the most urgent and practical areas of public policy of our day.
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