Overview

The Politics course from the University of Limerick 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.

During this programme, you will:

Benefit from a flexible programme allowing you to tailor the degree to your own interests, skills and future career plans.

Acquire knowledge about a variety of political phenomena.

Gain competence in the use of social scientific research methods.

Prepare for careers in public policy, journalism, civil society, or further study.

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Programme Structure

Courses Included:

Comparative Politics

International Relations

Institutions and Policies of the European Union

Development

Multilevel Governance: concepts and practice

Conflict Analysis

Peacebuilding

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-14 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-07-10 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-14 00:00:00 , National

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Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Limerick, Ireland

Disciplines

Political Science View 24 other Masters in Political Science in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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90

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61

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Primary degree in a relevant discipline with First or Second Class Honours or an approved equivalent qualification (Primary Degree: Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland). Candidates must be proficient in English

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18600 EUR / year

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EU/EEA Nationals

7995 EUR / year

≈ 7995 EUR / year

Living costs

Limerick

Ireland

850 - 1150 EUR / month

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Funding

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