The MSc in International Development is designed to provide you with an interdisciplinary understanding of the process of development by bringing together expertise in politics, economics, agriculture, political economy and other areas.
Oldest and largest school of its kind in Ireland with over 150 years of experience in political studies
World-renowned staff drawn from many countries.
Includes additional research components including a dissertation and is particularly suitable if you want a career in research or academia.
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
Each application is considered on its individual merits. 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 etc.
Vision & Values Statement
This programme aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to work in international development - either as a practictioner or as an academic/policy specialiist. Learning is designed to be participatory and a critical, but constructive, approach to interdisciplinary development issues (ecconomic, politival and other) is encouraged.
Programme Outcomes
equip students with the skills to work in the field of international development
allow students to comment critically on development interventions
enhance students' abilities to assess development practice on the ground
develop oral presentation skills
enhance group work skills
develop methodological research expertise
acquaint students with cutting edge development issues
acquaint students with cutting edge development issues
allow students to comment critically on development interventions
develop methodological research expertise
develop oral presentation skills
enhance group work skills
enhance students' abilities to assess development practice on the ground
equip students with the skills to work in the field of international development