Are you fascinated by the spectrum of human creativity: art, design, architecture, film, fashion, new media and digital culture? Are you interested in the history and theory of the objects, processes and cultural institutions that comprise our contemporary world?

GCAS College Dublin is recruiting the best minds and researchers of the next generation. We are excited to form the first class of our new Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programme in the Humanities and Social Sciences. We aim to support our students and researchers with the highest quality of educational resources available.

This programme is ideal for graduates of Physics, Engineering and closely related disciplines, who want to transfer their expertise to the fast-growing global space sector. Ireland is a member of the European Space Agency (ESA) and dozens of Irish companies and researchers are involved in major international space missions. UCD is building Ireland’s first satellite, EIRSAT-1. Course highlights include a hands-on CubeSat lab, payload development and satellite systems engineering of a high-altitude balloon experiment and participation in an international mission design team project.

Both the University of East London (UEL) and ICEP Europe have a long track record in providing quality programmes in the field of special educational needs in the UK, Ireland, and internationally. This course provides expert knowledge to support educators and those working with the increasing diversity of children with additional learning needs in education settings on an international level.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

The Global Ecologies Studio Summer School is a combined studio and science course offered to students who are looking for an opportunity to explore their studio art practice while examining various concepts found in ecology and earth systems. Based in the Burren of Western Ireland, this course provides a unique experiential and observable location to explore relationships between landscape and the social sphere.

Our MSc program in Food Business and Innovation is offered by the College of Business & Law at University College Cork (UCC) in Ireland. It prepares students for a career in the dynamic world of food business and will set them up to play a lead role in the analysis of key sectoral issues and strategic management of the ever-evolving food industry.

The Chemical Engineering industry in Ireland is one of its strongest exporting sectors and is representative of the chemical process industries worldwide. The MEngSc in Chemical Engineering offers advanced level education for students with primary degrees in chemical engineering/technology programmes. In this programme, you will improve your conceptual and practical skills in both the fundamental and applied principles of chemical engineering practice.

Master of Architecture In 2011, the UCD School of Architecture, Planning & Environmental Policy celebrated its centenary. The School has long led the way in architectural study and practice in Ireland. Its undergraduate, graduate, and research programs cover all aspects of the practice of architecture and landscape architecture, as well as advanced areas of conservation, sustainability, urbanism, and history and theory.