MSc International Development
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 90)
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.
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
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 and Values Statement
This programme aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to work in international development - either as a practitioner or as an academic/policy specialist. Learning is designed to be participatory and a critical, but constructive, approach to interdisciplinary development issues (economic, political 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