Study MSc in International Development at University College Dublin in Ireland, UCD College of Social Sciences and Law

About this course

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What will I learn?

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 studiesWorld-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.Careers EmployabilityGraduates of the programme have found employment with the official Irish aid programme, in Irish and international non-governmental organisations such as Trocaire, Goal, Action Aid and Oxfam, and with agencies of the European Union and the United Nations as well as in journalism, education, local community development, and many other areas such as:Public administrationJournalismMediaCivil society organisationsVoluntary sectorAcademic institutionsDURATION:1 Years 2 YearsNEXT INTAKE:20242025 September

Which department am I in?

UCD College of Social Sciences and Law

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

€22,600.00 (US$ 24,220) per year

Estimated Monthly Costs (per student) - Accommodation - €1,717

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Belfield Campus

Belfield, Dublin 4,

Belfield,

Dublin,

D04 V1W8, Leinster, Republic of Ireland

Entry requirements

For international students

A primary degree with at least Second Class Honours Grade 1 (2H1) 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. 2H1 is equivalent to 60 per cent, B minus or 3.08 GPA - in American system: B or 3.00 GPA.Your application will be considered on its individual merits and relevant professional experience will also be taken into account.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.