Programs in Ireland 2025

The DCU MSc in Emergency Management is the first programme of its kind in Ireland, endorsed by the National Steering Group for Major Emergency Management, The Emergency Planning Society (Republic of Ireland Branch) and Pharmachemical Ireland as being suitable for improving the emergency management skills of individuals in both the public and private sectors.

Our MSc in Strategic Learning and Development is the only graduate programme of its kind in Ireland, an innovative partnership between DCU and the Learning & Development Institute, the professional body representing Learning & Development Professionals in Ireland.

The MSc Occupational Therapy (Professional Qualification ) program is recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists and accredited by the Association of Occupational Therapists of Ireland.

The course is designed to equip students with the balance of academic knowledge and technical skills that are required for high value-added positions available in the financial services industry in Ireland and abroad.

As the first university in Ireland to currently offer Paramedic Studies at undergraduate degree level, our innovative campus with state-of-the-art high fidelity simulation, offers unequalled opportunities for the developing paramedic student.

DCU’s MSc in Public Policy is an online programme designed to develop expert policymakers. It combines deep analytical thinking with practical methods, equipping graduates to tackle complex policy challenges in Ireland and beyond. The course meets the growing demand for skilled policy professionals.

DCU’s MSc in Public Relations and Strategic Communications, accredited by the Public Relations Institute of Ireland, offers expert-led training in PR theory and practice. Gain insights into social media, corporate social responsibility, and digital trends, preparing you for success in the evolving communications landscape.

DCU's MSc in Psychology (Conversion) is a one-year programme designed for graduates seeking to pursue a career in psychology. You'll gain practice-based skills, explore the latest innovations in the field, and earn a pre-professional qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland.

Maintaining both the quality of life and a clean and healthy environment is now a major concern of Government, employers, non-governmental organisations and citizens. The EU now has a very comprehensive environmental policy, and as a Member State, Ireland is obliged to act in accordance with this policy.

The course is delivered by researchers at the cutting edge of next generation technologies. They have an outstanding track-record in producing scientific publications, and intellectual property e.g. patents. Our researchers are members of the Bernal Institute at UL which is one of the leading research institutes in Ireland.

DCU's MSc in Health and Social Inclusion, the first of its kind in Ireland, prepares you to tackle healthcare inequity and promote social wellbeing. You'll examine marginalization due to poverty, ethnicity, addiction, and more, gaining the skills to lead in health and social care settings, NGOs, and policymaking.

DCU's MSc in Psychology and Wellbeing is the only programme of its kind in Ireland, explicitly focusing on the wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities—making it highly attractive to prospective employers. Throughout the course, you'll explore mental health, community psychology, innovations in psychological practice, environmental influences, and wellbeing across the lifespan.

UCD Smurfit School is the only business school in Ireland to offer this exceptional dual degree programme, awarding an MSc in International Management and a Masters in International Management (MIM) from CEMS. Our MSc in International Management is now ranked 28th in the world by the Financial Times Masters in Management Ranking 2024.

DCU’s MA in International Relations, the oldest of its kind in Ireland, offers an inclusive, multidisciplinary approach with expert faculty and a diverse student body. The programme covers international politics, human rights, trade, and security, with elective courses, small classes, and a dissertation, completed full-time in 12 months or part-time over two years.

Traditional mathematical physics degrees in Ireland have been narrow in their scope. This course seeks to provide a genuine mixture of the two subjects. In addition to developing core and advanced mathematical skills, training will be provided in fundamental physics spanning mechanics to quantum mechanics, and in state-of-the-art applications of physics such as nanotechnology.