Overview

This International War Studies programme enables students to:

Acquire a comprehensive and advanced knowledge of the main areas of the history of war in the twentieth century
Recognise and appreciate the many ways in which the history of war has been written and analysed. Identify appropriate and authentic sources for the history of war
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of basic analytical techniques and theoretical issues in the field of war studies
Abstract and analyse information from a range of sources, including lectures, seminars, archival and library holdings, the internet and fieldwork, identifying those ideas or findings which are most significant for their research
Learn to self evaluate and take responsibility for continuing academic and or professional development
The MA in International War Studies at University College Dublin makes students experience two different academic cultures (in Germany and Ireland, taking advantage of the rich cultural offerings in University College Dublin, Potsdam and nearby Berlin

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Students will take a number of core modules offered by the University of Potsdam and UCD. A variety of assessment experiences allows students to develop their critical thinking and analytical skills.

Over the course of the programme they will experience formative assessment through essays, presentations and work-based projects.
Students will have an opportunity to engage in a work placement, providing them with practical experience outside the academic world. Students will also have the chance to pursue their own research interests by undertaking an end of year dissertation under the supervision of a staff mentor.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00

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More details

Applications are assessed on a rolling basis and courses will close once they are filled.

Language

English

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130

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

65

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OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

Military Science Political Science View 24 other Masters in Political Science in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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130

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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65

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140

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants need an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university. Students will have a minimum qualification of 2.1 in a relevant subject or an equivalent UCD GPA of 3.08.
For non-English speakers evidence of language proficiency is required, for example IELTS of 6.5 overall or equivalent in TOEFL with no band lower than 6.0. Students who achieve an IELTS of 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5 will need to attend a pre-sessional language course. Students will be selected by a joint board composed by senior academics from UCD and Potsdam.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

11300 EUR / year

≈ 11300 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

4660 EUR / year

≈ 4660 EUR / year

Additional Details

The displayed fees are for 2024. Fees for 2025 will be updated soon.

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

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Funding

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Overview

This International War Studies programme enables students to:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Dublin

Funding

Scholarships Information

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