MSc International Public Policy and Diplomacy

Key features of the MSc in International Public Policy and Diplomacy are its focus on policy issues and the way in which it gives you the practical skills necessary to work in international policy environments. In this course you will engage with the most contemporary debates and issues facing the global policymaking community and have direct interaction with current and retired policy-makers through classes, guest lectures and department seminars.

These features of the MSc International Public Policy and Diplomacy give our graduates a competitive edge. Past students repeatedly comment on the value of the skills component of the course in exposing them to international environments and in engendering a deep understanding of this exciting and evolving field.

Placement or Study Abroad Information

Work-based research dissertation

As part of the MSc International Public Policy and Diplomacy, students must complete a research dissertation. Some students will have the opportunity to complete their research dissertation in a work placement setting. Work placement range in duration of between three and five months

Students who undertake a work-based research dissertation, do so with a variety of organisations/institutions working in areas related to international affairs, such as government ministries, international organisations, the offices of elected representatives, think-tanks and non-governmental organisations. We have relationships with a variety of organisations. For more details, please click here

Students have been assigned placement opportunities in major international cities, such as Brussels, London and Washington DC, as well as in Cork and Dublin

Please note that the programme is working within national public health guidelines as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Due to Covid-19, work-from-home advisories apply in many sectors and international travel restrictions apply across many countries.   These parameters shape the extend and the format of placement offerings

Specialist career advice is available to students through a Work Placement Manager and support is provided in the planning for and application to work placement organisations. Classes offering career talks, advice, and skills also form part of the course delivery