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20 Master's degrees offered by the university

Child and Family Health and Wellbeing
In this Child and Family Health and Wellbeing program at Dublin City University, you’ll explore child and family healthcare during online and in-person lectures, and gain knowledge and skills to boost your employability and career prospects.

Gender and Sexuality Studies
Do you have an interest in any aspect of gender and sexuality? Would you like to acquire an in-depth background knowledge relating to today’s societal debates and perspectives around gender and sexuality? If you are keen to learn about, to analyse and to understand SOGI matters in Irish, European and global contexts, then you will enjoy Gender and Sexuality Studies from Dublin City University MA.

International Security and Conflict Studies
Conflict takes many forms, not just physical fights, and it impacts all of us. Understanding why conflicts happen and what drives them is crucial in our rapidly changing world. This MA in International Security and Conflict Studies is offered at at Dublin City University

Climate Change - Policy, Media and Society
Dublin City University's MSc in Climate Change - Policy, Media and Society is unique in Ireland in its focus on the social sciences and humanities, on media, policy, law, governance, regulation and politics.

Public Relations and Strategic Communications
Dublin City University's MSc in Public Relations and Strategic Communications provides a focus on the “why” of communication decisions, rather than merely on the “how” of any communication activities. The programme is designed to provide the skills and ability to think strategically and make effective use of the latest tools in modern communications.

Social Media Communications
This Social Media Communications MA programme offered at Dublin City University examines the complex impact of social media and the internet in areas as diverse as business, politics and culture. Such knowledge is vital as digital media have become central to communication and information ecosystems, as well as our everyday existence.

Science and Health Communication
It has never been more important to have skilled communicators who can explain complex scientific information accurately and in an engaging way. The new MSc in Science and Health Communication is offered at Dublin City University/

Security, Intelligence and Strategic Studies
The Master in Security, Intelligence and Strategic Studies at Dublin City University aims to provide you with the knowledge and skills to analyse these issues in our highly interconnected world.

Chaplaincy Studies and Pastoral Work
This MA in Chaplaincy Studies and Pastoral Work course at Dublin City University, the only one of its kind in Ireland, offers an innovative chaplaincy education to people of all cultures, faiths and beliefs.

Work and Organisational Psychology - Behaviour
The MSc in Work and Organisational Psychology - Behaviour at Dublin City University is the longest running specialised programme delivering organisational psychology education in Ireland.

Refugee Integration
Join the MA in Refugee Integration at Dublin City University to gain the skills and knowledge needed to lead in advocacy, crisis response and shaping inclusive policies for a rapidly changing world. Study part-time, hybrid or full time in person and become part of Ireland’s first University of Sanctuary.

Psychology and Wellbeing
If you’re a psychology graduate keen to advance your career and you’re passionate about wellbeing, this is the course for you. It’s also perfect for psychologists who want to develop their professional skill set. The Psychology and Wellbeing programme is offered at Dublin City University

Political Communication
The MA in Political Communication programme at Dublin City University offers an interesting mix of academic and professional aspects. It explores how the media, politics and the public interact and how these interactions affect democracy and the distribution of power.

Strategic Learning and Development
The Strategic Learning and Development program at Dublin City University is the only graduate programme of its kind in Ireland, an innovative partnership between DCU and the Learning & Development Institute, the professional body representing Learning & Development Professionals in Ireland.

Law - Policing, Crime and Security
The Law - Policing, Crime and Security programme at Dublin City University explores the theory and practice of policing; criminology, crime analysis, criminal procedure; contemporary global security issues.

International Relations
The MA in International Relations at Dublin City University is designed to provide you with the tools to understand our rapidly changing world and the long list of challenges and opportunities we’re facing.

Psychology (Conversion)
This one-year conversion Psychology (Conversion) course offered at of the Dublin City University will help you take the next steps on your psychology career path and gain a Psychological Society of Ireland pre-professional qualification.

Psychotherapy
Are you passionate about supporting people with mental health challenges and emotional difficulties? Would you like to train with national and international psychotherapy, clinical supervision and research experts? This Psychotherapy course at Dublin City University is for you.

Public Policy
The MSc in Public Policy from Dublin City University is a fascinating and diverse course where we delve into real-world challenges in public policy. Throughout the programme, we learn how to use practical tools to examine policy issues and propose workable solutions.

Health and Social Inclusion
Are you passionate about health and social inclusion? Do you want to learn how to help break down barriers impacting marginalised communities? Join this Health and Social Inclusion program at Dublin City University