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1.7k Master's degrees in Ireland
Ireland offers a diverse range of programmes catering to international students. The lower-end tuition fee, represented by the €4,760, provides an accessible entry point for those on a budget. Meanwhile, the typical tuition fee, denoted by the €17,220, reflects the average cost students might expect. On the higher end, the €28,500 indicates the premium options available for those seeking specialised or advanced programmes.
Affordability is a key consideration for many students, and Ireland accommodates this with a significant portion of its programmes falling within affordable ranges, as indicated by the 1%. This ensures that a wide array of options is available to students with varying financial situations.
In addition to traditional on-campus learning, Ireland also embraces the digital age with a notable 22% of its programmes offered online. This flexibility allows students to pursue their education in a format that suits their lifestyle and learning preferences, making Ireland an attractive destination for a global student body.

Library and Information Studies
The Master of Library and Information Studies at University College Dublin prepares graduates for work in a range of professional settings, including academic, public, and special libraries, as well as information-based roles in commercial, civic, health, and legal organisations.

Digital and AI Policy
The Digital and AI Policy program offered by University College Dublin is designed to offer graduates the opportunity to study some of the core topical, theoretical and methodological Digital & AI Policy issues arising today.

Advanced Practice (Nursing or Midwifery)
This Advanced Practice (Nursing or Midwifery) course offered by University College Cork is designed to prepare nurses and midwives to practice at a higher level of capability in independent, autonomous, and expert practice, that is innovative, flexible, and patient-centred.

Classical Studies
The Classical Studies Higher Diploma programme from Maynooth University offers a wide-ranging and balanced education in many aspects of the ancient civilisations and their aftermath, with modules on ancient mythology, literature, history, and philosophy as well as the modern reception of the Classical legacy.

Social, Personal and Health Education - Relationships and Sexuality Education
Adolescence is a time of change and discovery. This Social, Personal and Health Education - Relationships and Sexuality Education course at Dublin City University is the first and only programme of its kind in Ireland is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to support young people’s positive development during this time.

IT-Enabled Innovation
The IT-Enabled Innovation programme from Maynooth University is primarily for graduates of any discipline who wish to pursue a career in digital transformation in the private, public, and other sectors of the economy.

Circular Economy Leadership for the Built Environment
This Masters in Circular Economy Leadership for the Built Environment at the Atlantic Technological University has been developed in close collaboration with construction industry professionals to provide a flexible, multidisciplinary and industry-focused programme that seeks to address the current competency and skills gap in the construction sector both nationally and in a global context.

Children's Rights and Family Law
On this Children's Rights and Family Law degree degree delivered by the University College Cork, you will be exposed to the law and theory on child and family law in Ireland and internationally. At the same time you will get a rare insight into various aspects of the law in action by engaging with social workers, legal professionals and others.

European Politics and Governance - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year European Politics and Governance - Pre-Master's Programme from OnCampus Ireland at University of Limerick offers successful students guaranteed progression* to a range of partner universities.

Inclusive and Special Education
Every child and young person should feel safe and that they belong in the classroom. This Inclusive and Special Education course at Dublin City University is designed to help teachers, SNAs, school leaders, and other professionals and advocates with an interest in inclusive education meet the needs of all learners to create an inclusive learning environment.

Applied Linguistics and Intercultural Studies
The Applied Linguistics and Intercultural Studies programme from Maynooth University is a one-year full time (or two-year part time) taught programme and is offered on a full-time basis using a combination of faculty-student contact hours and self-directed learning and research.

English
The English programme from Maynooth University is designed for applicants who already hold a BA or comparable degree, and who wish to add English to their list of qualifications.

Physiotherapy (Professional Qualification)
The Physiotherapy (Professional Qualification) programme from the University of Limerick provides a graduate route for you to become a qualified physiotherapist.

Psychology - Applied Psychology (Positive and Coaching Psychology)
This Psychology - Applied Psychology (Positive and Coaching Psychology) degree delivered by the University College Cork brings together the fields of Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology.

Social Work
The Social Work degree delivered by the University College Cork is a leader in social work education in Ireland: it was one of the first courses to adopt a reflective approach to teaching and learning which supports the development of skilled, reflective practitioners.

Speech and Language Therapy (Professional Qualification) - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year Speech and Language Therapy (Professional Qualification) - Pre-Master's Programme from OnCampus Ireland at University of Limerick offers successful students guaranteed progression* to a range of partner universities.

Sustainable Development, Agri-Food and Co-operatives
This Sustainable Development, Agri-Food and Co-operatives degree delivered by the University College Cork is offered by the Cork University Business School (CUBS) at University College Cork. Our focus is on a deeper understanding of co-operatives, sustainable development, and agri-food systems.

Global Media and Communication
The Global Media and Communication degree delivered by University of Galway explores the role of media and communication in shaping politics, culture, and society in an interconnected world.

Digital Marketing and Analytics (Athlone)
This Digital Marketing and Analytics (Athlone) programme from Technological University of the Shannon will be delivered over a 12-month period (September to September) and is aimed primarily at learners interested in acquiring a highly practical level 9 qualification in Digital Marketing practice and strategy.

Human Resource Management (International)
This Human Resource Management (International) programme from the University of Limerick allows you to complete one semester in Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) in Spain.