Program Overview
The Media and International Conflict at University College Dublin is a MA programme in Communications & Media over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of communications & media. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Media and International Conflict programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: EUR 17,900 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 7,030 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Media and International Conflict programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:
- Journalist
- PR Manager
- Content Strategist
- Media Producer
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Communications Officer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- New Media\nand New Conflict
- Media and US\nForeign Policy
- Public\nDiplomacy
- Challenges\nFacing US Foreign Policy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants\nfor the MA should hold one of the following qualifications:
\n- \n
- A first\nclass or second class, grade 1 degree \n
- A US or\nCanadian degree with a GPA of 3.5 \n
- If\ngrades are lower than this applicants can still be considered but should\ncontact the programme office. \n
- If an\napplicant doesn\xc2\x92t meet the normal entry requirement of a Level 8 degree,\nin exceptional circumstances they would normally present another\nqualification or award along with extensive work experience in order to be\nconsidered. \n
- If\nEnglish is not your first language an IELTS score of 7 or equivalent is\nrequired with no section lower than 6\xc2\xa0 \n
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 17,900 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 7,030 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 17,900 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 7,030 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University College Dublin directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University College Dublin
University College Dublin
Dundrum, Ireland
University College Dublin is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months