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Masters Degrees in International Relations in Ireland

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International Relations MA

University College Cork (UCC) Ireland

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Looking for your first degree in International Relations? See bachelors degrees in International Relations in Ireland

Study a International Relations Masters in Ireland in 2025

International relations is the study of how countries interact with each other. It is a combination of politics, history, sociology, law, economics and geography, and how all of these components come together in the context of international cooperation.

Studying for a postgraduate international relations degree will allow you to further develop your knowledge and skills in the area. You will be exposed to more practical and theoretical applications, which will challenge your abilities. This will mean that you are well prepared for a career in a multi-faceted and complex field.

Modules you study could include refugees and international relations, activism and resistance, slavery in global history, and politics of developing countries.

Study in Ireland

With a reputation for being one of the worlds friendliest countries, Ireland would be a great choice for an international student. As well as this, there are many highly ranked universities in Ireland, who are welcoming more and more international students into their communities each year. Several of the universities in Ireland are ranked in the QS World University rankings, which displays the country's ability to offer a top quality university education to students from all over the world.

See our detailed guide to studying in Ireland for international students.

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