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University College Dublin: International Political Economy
Institution | University College Dublin View institution profile |
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Department | UCD School of Politics and International Relations |
Web | www.ucd.ie/global |
internationalenquiries@ucd.ie | |
Telephone | +353 1 716 8500 |
Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
MA International Political Economy - explores the international trade, monetary and finance systems, the processes of globalisation, the impact of emerging economies, and the causes and consequences of economic underdevelopment.
probes the linkages of the global economy with international environmental, human rights, gender and migration issues
includes core modules covering both the ‘British’ and ‘American’ schools of IPE.
allows you to choose to complete a dissertation or apply for an internship.
Graduates work with international private-sector employers, government agencies and NGOs as:
Government Social Researcher
Diplomatic Advisor
Public Affairs Consultant
Political Advisor
Recent graduates of UCD School of Politics & International Relations now work in:
United Nations, New York and Geneva
World Trade Organisation
Ministry of Economic Affairs, Taipei
Asia Development Bank
IMF
Dutch-German Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Korean Foreign Trade Association
Level | NFQ Level 9 |
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Entry requirements | 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. English language requirements: applicants whose first language is not English should have met TOEFL, IELTs, or computer-based TOEFL requirements (600, 6.5, or 250 respectively), or the Cambridge English Test (Certificate in Advanced English at a minimum of Grade B, or Certificate of Proficiency in English at Grade C). Applicants who obtained a previous degree from an English-speaking university may be exempted from this requirement. Students meeting the programme’s academic entry requirements but not the English language requirements, may enter the programme upon successful completion of UCD’s Pre-Sessional or International Pre-Master’s Pathway programmes. Please see the following link for further information http://www.ucd.ie/alc/programmes/pathways/ |
Fees
EU | 9310 Euros for per year |
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Non EU | 21520 Euros for per year |
Summary
MA International Political Economy - explores the international trade, monetary and finance systems, the processes of globalisation, the impact of emerging economies, and the causes and consequences of economic underdevelopment.
probes the linkages of the global economy with international environmental, human rights, gender and migration issues
includes core modules covering both the ‘British’ and ‘American’ schools of IPE.
allows you to choose to complete a dissertation or apply for an internship.
Graduates work with international private-sector employers, government agencies and NGOs as:
Government Social Researcher
Diplomatic Advisor
Public Affairs Consultant
Political Advisor
Recent graduates of UCD School of Politics & International Relations now work in:
United Nations, New York and Geneva
World Trade Organisation
Ministry of Economic Affairs, Taipei
Asia Development Bank
IMF
Dutch-German Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Korean Foreign Trade Association
Level | NFQ Level 9 |
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Entry requirements | 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. English language requirements: applicants whose first language is not English should have met TOEFL, IELTs, or computer-based TOEFL requirements (600, 6.5, or 250 respectively), or the Cambridge English Test (Certificate in Advanced English at a minimum of Grade B, or Certificate of Proficiency in English at Grade C). Applicants who obtained a previous degree from an English-speaking university may be exempted from this requirement. Students meeting the programme’s academic entry requirements but not the English language requirements, may enter the programme upon successful completion of UCD’s Pre-Sessional or International Pre-Master’s Pathway programmes. Please see the following link for further information http://www.ucd.ie/alc/programmes/pathways/ |
Fees
EU | 6110 Euros for per year |
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Non EU | 10760 Euros for per year |
MSc
Summary
MSc International Political Economy - explores the international trade, monetary and finance systems, the processes of globalisation, the impact of emerging economies, and the causes and consequences of economic underdevelopment.
probes the linkages of the global economy with international environmental, human rights, gender and migration issues.
includes core modules covering both the ‘British’ and ‘American’ schools of IPE.
includes additional research components and is particularly suitable if you want a career in research or academia.
Graduates work with international private-sector employers, government agencies and NGOs as:
Government Social Researcher
Diplomatic Advisor
Public Affairs Consultant
Political Advisor
Recent graduates of UCD School of Politics & International Relations now work in:
United Nations, New York and Geneva
World Trade Organisation
Ministry of Economic Affairs, Taipei
Asia Development Bank
IMF
Dutch-German Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Korean Foreign Trade Association
Level | NFQ Level 9 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | 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. English language requirements: applicants whose first language is not English should have met TOEFL, IELTs, or computer-based TOEFL requirements (600, 6.5, or 250 respectively), or the Cambridge English Test (Certificate in Advanced English at a minimum of Grade B, or Certificate of Proficiency in English at Grade C). Applicants who obtained a previous degree from an English-speaking university may be exempted from this requirement. Students meeting the programme’s academic entry requirements but not the English language requirements, may enter the programme upon successful completion of UCD’s Pre-Sessional or International Pre-Master’s Pathway programmes. Please see the following link for further information http://www.ucd.ie/alc/programmes/pathways/ |
Fees
EU | 9310 Euros for per year |
---|---|
Non EU | 21520 Euros for per year |
Summary
MSc International Political Economy - explores the international trade, monetary and finance systems, the processes of globalisation, the impact of emerging economies, and the causes and consequences of economic underdevelopment.
probes the linkages of the global economy with international environmental, human rights, gender and migration issues.
includes core modules covering both the ‘British’ and ‘American’ schools of IPE.
includes additional research components and is particularly suitable if you want a career in research or academia.
Graduates work with international private-sector employers, government agencies and NGOs as:
Government Social Researcher
Diplomatic Advisor
Public Affairs Consultant
Political Advisor
Recent graduates of UCD School of Politics & International Relations now work in:
United Nations, New York and Geneva
World Trade Organisation
Ministry of Economic Affairs, Taipei
Asia Development Bank
IMF
Dutch-German Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Korean Foreign Trade Association
Level | NFQ Level 9 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | 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. English language requirements: applicants whose first language is not English should have met TOEFL, IELTs, or computer-based TOEFL requirements (600, 6.5, or 250 respectively), or the Cambridge English Test (Certificate in Advanced English at a minimum of Grade B, or Certificate of Proficiency in English at Grade C). Applicants who obtained a previous degree from an English-speaking university may be exempted from this requirement. Students meeting the programme’s academic entry requirements but not the English language requirements, may enter the programme upon successful completion of UCD’s Pre-Sessional or International Pre-Master’s Pathway programmes. Please see the following link for further information http://www.ucd.ie/alc/programmes/pathways/ |
Fees
EU | 6110 Euros for per year |
---|---|
Non EU | 10760 Euros for per year |
University College Dublin
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University College Dublin is one of Europe’s leading research-intensive universities. Ranked in the top 1% of institutions worldwide, in the overall 2023 QS World University Rankings, UCD was named 181 in the world.
UCD, Ireland’s Global University, is Ireland’s largest university. Established in 1854, the university has a student body of over 38,000 students with more than 9,500 international students drawn from 152 countries. UCD is Ireland's leader in graduate education with over 12,000 graduate students; almost a quarter of whom are graduate research students.
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