Postgraduate courses in Dublin

The MA Interaction Design is a one year full time taught masters delivered in NCAD in conjunction with UCD. The course teaches fundamental approaches, methods and tools related to the design of digital products, environments, systems and services with a focus on users, experience and context of use. The MA is studio-based with students engaging…

The course is designed to help students learn how to design, develop and understand digital media applications and content on existing and emerging platforms. The course covers the programming languages and applications used in digital media, a range of design techniques (graphic design, interactive design, UI/UX design, game design) as well as approaches to content…

Intercultural Theology and Interreligious Studies integrates a variety of theological and other disciplines in order to explore significant and complex relationships within and between religious communities and their traditions. These fields of study attend closely to the connections and tensions experienced as the religions encounter alternative social, political and cultural resources of meaning and identity.…

With the increased globalisation of the last twenty years and, even earlier, with the rise to prominence of the international human rights movement, there has been the impetus for students of all nationalities towards studying areas of law with a broad international and comparative focus. This programme will allow students to engage meaningfully in comparative…

The LL.M (International and European Business Law) is designed for graduates who wish to specialise in business law with a view to pursuing their research interests in this field or in preparing to work in busy international commercial firms or legal practice across the globe. This programme will enable students to gain invaluable specialist knowledge…

The M. Phil. in International History offers students the chance to pursue historical research outside the boundaries of the nation state. Students will be trained in transnational, comparative, and international approaches to history and have the opportunity to study foreign languages, cultures, and societies. Possible topics of focus include the movement of culture, people, and…

This programme is specifically designed for business graduates who wish to pursue an international career or work in organisations that target global markets. The intensive programme equips you with the knowledge and the practical skills to operate within the global business environment and the cultural acumen to communicate and negotiate in different cultures and markets.…

International Peace Studies examines the sources of war and armed conflict and suggests methods of preventing and resolving them through processes of peacemaking and peacebuilding. The course combines perspectives from international relations, ethics and conflict resolution to reflect critically upon the wide range of social, political and economic issues associated with peace and political violence.…

The M.Sc. in International Politics consists of four compulsory modules, four elective (half) modules and a dissertation. The compulsory modules are: International Politics International Conflict Research Design Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods The elective modules on offer vary from year to year. In 2020-21 these included: Global Justice State and Society in the Developing World…

This course offers an exploration of Irish writing in English from the late seventeenth century to the present. Trinity has educated many important writers, from Jonathan Swift to Samuel Beckett to Eavan Boland to Anne Enright. It has also long led the way in the teaching and researching of Ireland’s literature. Amid a diverse and…

The VTCT (ITEC) Level 4 Certificate in Skin Needling is an advanced therapy qualification aimed at level 3 qualified practitioners aged 18 and over, who wish to add this therapy to their repertoire of treatment offerings. CIT Therapy, Micro-needling or dermal rolling has quickly become a popular treatment in the fight against premature ageing and…

Our comprehensive chemical skin peel training course will provide you with the essential knowledge and skills to immediately integrate these new techniques into your clinic. Used as a stand-alone treatment or in conjunction with others such as micro-needling or can provide excellent results for your clients. Who is this qualification for? The VTCT (ITEC) Level…

This in-depth Laser and Light Treatments course will show students how to operate Laser and IPL machines. The Laser and Light Treatments course combines all the ITEC Level 4 Laser & Light Certificates into one comprehensive diploma course. Covering, laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation, vascular therapy and specific skin complaint treatments. Delivered in a long…

Modules Outline To attend the Level 5 Certificate in Tattoo Removal you will need to have completed a level 4 in laser & light before taking the level 5 course, it is a prerequisite of the awarding body to possess a level 4 qualification. Principles and Practice of Aesthetic Therapies This module will enable learners…

Our advanced master class training is perfect for practitioners wishing to increase their skill set in the rapid growth area of jawline and chin contouring and correction. Designed for advanced practitioners that are already delivering augmentation regularly. This masterclass is one of a kind and covers advanced facial contouring procedures using both needles and cannula…

Interdisciplinary study at the postgraduate level is widely recognised as a highly desirable attribute for employers. The MSc in Law and Finance offers an advanced qualification to graduates in business, economics or law.  The course will develop the students’ skills to apply theory to practice, solve business problems and help organisations to continuously grow and…

Our flagship LL.M programme offers students the opportunity for postgraduate study where they can select modules from a substantial list of modules covering the disparate branches of law. Students can focus on public law or private law modules or may take a selection of both. This programme will enable students to develop the skills to…

Introduction This innovative micro-credential offered in conjunction to Mason, Hayes and Curran, is designed to meet the specific need for education and training in legal statues and the application of those in practice for all health, social care and policing professionals working in the area of child protection and welfare. This MC is offered to…

UPDATED f02 2022 Level 4 Diploma in Aesthetic therapy is the only industry entry course available in Ireland for school leavers. The Level 4 Aesthetic Therapy diploma is the most advanced course to enter the beauty sector available. Produced in partnership by A.T.A.I and IQ Verify certification body. More advanced than CIDESCO, CIBTAC or ITEC…

Linguistics is the systematic study of human language. It has its roots in antiquity, though the twentieth century saw an explosion of research and the development of new theories and approaches. Linguistics has become an exciting and vigorous area of study, with strong connections to many fields including psychology, sociology, anthropology, cognitive science, computer science,…

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The M.Phil. in Literary Translation equips you with the skill to apply translation theory to your literary translation practice in creative and original ways. You will craft a unique portfolio of translations under the guidance of academic and professional mentors.  There is a strong and growing demand for highly-trained translators with the creativity and linguistic…

The LL.M. in International Commercial Law offers students the opportunity to specialized in International Commercial Law in order to facilitate enhanced career opportunities and/or to lay the foundations for PH.D. study.

The LL.M. in International Human Rights Law offers students the opportunity to specialize in International Human Rights Law, to facilitate enhanced career opportunities, or to lay the foundations for the PhD study.

The LL.M. in International Law programme aims to develop students’ academic capabilities to their fullest enhance their communication skills and develop their research skills, preparing them for career progression and/or laying the foundations for Ph.D. study. Graduates of this programme will receive an internationally recognized Master of Law degree Students will gain a firm understanding…

Introduction The LLM (Master of Laws) is a one year full-time and two year part-time programme offered by DCU’s School of Law and Government. We welcome applicants from Ireland, the EU and the wider world who are interested in deepening their understanding of law in broader social, political and global contexts. The programme is designed to prepare…

Law – The LL.M will be over a year in duration and will give the student exciting choices between various human rights and commercial subjects. To complete the LL.M successfully the student will have to do seven subjects with the added requirement of a dissertation (Law)

The Art + Research Collaboration (ARC) programme is a practical taught Masters delivered over 18 months in Dublin city centre. The programme connects art with many other disciplines and was developed in consultation with project partners Dublin City Arts Office, led by the LAB, the Irish Film Institute (IFI) and the Irish Museum of Modern…

This programme will preach art but teach commerce, training creative and entrepreneurial producers not how to make a movie but how to get a movie made. The MA in creative production is aimed at individuals who have a strong idea for a film, documentary, drama or TV series and want to learn the intricacies of…

ur Design for Change MA aims to give designers and non-designers alike an in-depth knowledge of integrated design strategies and the skills to leverage design in the pursuit of organisational change and sustainable innovation. The programme offers powerful, collaborative design skills which our graduates utilise to achieve co-created solutions which engage everyone and forge progressive…

This one-year production-centered course is for graduates of any discipline who want practical production skills in radio, online and television broadcasting plus a deep understanding of the broadcast industry today. You will gain hands on experience in our state-of-the-art TV and Radio studios from lecturers who are active in industry and you will get a…

The MA in Chaplaincy Studies and Pastoral Work course provides the academic, pastoral, spiritual, personal and professional development for those already working or wishing to work in the contexts below who seek to enrich their skills in the areas of Faith Development, Chaplaincy and Chaplaincy Coordination. Primary Schools Post-Primary Schools Third Level Institutes Prisons /…

The MA in Chaplaincy Studies and Pastoral Work course provides the academic, pastoral, spiritual, personal and professional development for those already working or wishing to work in the contexts below who seek to enrich their skills in the areas of Faith Development, Chaplaincy and Chaplaincy Coordination. Primary Schools Post-Primary Schools Third Level Institutes Prisons /…

From September 2021, the School is delighted to announce the Masters of Arts in Children’s and Young Adult Literature degree programme will now also be offered as full-time option. The MA programme benefits enormously from the participation of national and international experts in the discipline, as well as from the enthusiastic commitment of its students.…

Introduction DCU’s MA in Choral Studies is the first programme of its kind in Ireland. It offers an unrivalled opportunity to engage with the interpretation of choral repertoire from historical and contemporary contexts, and to create and perform new music under expert guidance. In this programme, you will explore: Choral conducting and choir leadership Composing…

Introduction Have you always wanted to write but never had the time, the focus, the space, or the encouragement? The DCU MA in Creative Writing aims to unlock the writer in you through an immersion in Drama, Poetry and Fiction. This exciting new course offers an opportunity for early-career and emerging writers to spend a…

Introduction The growth of the digital economy has resulted in personal data processing becoming a global industry of enormous value. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which came into effect in May 2018, aims to protect EU privacy rights and harmonise data protection law across the EU. The GDPR changes the way in which personal…

Introduction To find out more about this MA in Data Protection and Privacy Law course join our webinar on Wednesday, 12th May 2021 at 2pm (GMT + 1). Register here: https://data-protection-and-privacy-law.eventbrite.ie The growth of the digital economy has resulted in personal data processing becoming a global industry of enormous value. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR),…

Our Masters has been designed to meet the needs of educators and practitioners who support adults learners in their workplace e.g. Learning and Development specialists, role holders working in a Human Resources department, self-employed trainers, instructional designers or lecturers in higher education. Below are some of the benefits of enrolling: Master the various techniques to…

Introduction The MA in Ethics (Corporate Responsibility) is a specialist pathway within the MA in Ethics run by the DCU School of Theology, Philosophy, and Music and the Institute of Ethics. No philosophy or ethics background is required to apply for this course. You’ll obtain the knowledge and skills needed to design and manage the…