European Public Affairs and Law University College Dublin

Overview

The European Public Affairs and Law programme at University College Dublin provides a comprehensive exploration of the European Union's development, decision-making processes, and legal frameworks. Students engage with a curriculum designed to build deep expertise in contemporary European affairs through a multi-disciplinary lens. This degree is ideal for those seeking to understand the Union’s expanding international role and its internal economic governance.

Why European Public Affairs and Law at University College Dublin?

University College Dublin hosts the oldest and largest school of its kind in Ireland, boasting over 150 years of academic excellence in political studies. The faculty is world-renowned, drawing experts from numerous countries to provide a global perspective. Students benefit from a dynamic academic environment that encourages critical thinking and offers a multifaceted approach to the study of supranational and national perspectives.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: EUR 22600 per year
• European fee: EUR 10350 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on the political and economic governance of the Euro area alongside legal foundations. Modules may include:

• Law and Governance of the EU
• Politics of European Governance
• International Political Economy
• Environmental Law
• International Competition Law
• Law of the ECHR
• Politics of Development
• Politics of Human Rights
• Peace & Conflict Studies

Students have the unique opportunity to choose between completing a research thesis or undertaking a professional internship to apply their learning in a real-world setting.

Careers with European Public Affairs and Law

Graduates are well-equipped for high-level roles across the private, public, and voluntary sectors. The expertise gained during the programme qualifies individuals to work within the institutions of the European Union and various international organisations. Many alumni also find success in national government structures, influential think tanks, and policy-oriented research groups where they advise on the future of European integration.