Politics

Entry requirements

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honour, grade 2 (2:2) in a relevant discipline.

Other Entry Considerations:

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements, as long as you can show that you have the knowledge, skills, and experience needed for the programme.

At UL, we value all kinds of learning and support different ways to qualify through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.

Months of entry

September

Course content

The Master of Arts (MA) in Politics at UL is a flexible, one-year full-time programme designed for students who want to shape their own learning journey and specialise in the field of politics.

Guided by expert faculty and supported by a vibrant academic community, you’ll choose modules that reflect your interests, skills, and career goals. The MA in Politics involves only one core research methods module per semester; other modules are chosen from a list of electives. You’ll explore political theory, international relations, peacebuilding, climate policy, and more.

This programme equips you with analytical and transferable skills that are valuable across a wide range of professions.

Whether you’re preparing for a career in public policy, journalism, civil society, or further academic research, this course offers the tools and freedom to pursue your ambitions.