Overview

The Media and International Conflict programme at University College Dublin analyzes the complex roles played by the media in the enactment and representation of international conflict and addresses the relationships among media, governments, the military, and NGOs in framing perceptions of international conflict.

It provides an interdisciplinary approach that considers both cultural and political dimensions of media responses to international conflicts, focusing on issues such as: public diplomacy as soft power, human rights and representation, distinctions between information and propaganda, the ethics of depicting human suffering, the role of new and social media in perceptions of conflict, the visual economy of the production, circulation and reception of imagery of conflict, and the effects of news reporting on government policy and NGO activity. Modules in this programme are taught by resident UCD faculty and by external speakers, both academics and practitioners, who will broaden intellectual discussion and speak to examples of media work.

Career

Our alumni are working in a diverse range of careers and include:

Media, NGOs, Public Service, Communication & PR, Research Centres, and Information Technology.

Programme Structure

Courses Included:

Public Diplomacy and Soft Power
Media and US Foreign Policy
New Conflicts, New Media
Challenges in US Foreign Policy
Research Skills and Methods
Dissertation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00

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More details

Applications are assessed on a rolling basis and courses will close once they are filled.

Language

English

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100

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IELTS

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

International Relations International Law Media Studies & Mass Media View 18 other Masters in Media Studies & Mass Media in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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130

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100

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65

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants for the MA should hold one of the following qualifications:

A first class or second class, grade 1 degree
A US or Canadian degree with a GPA of 3.5
If an applicant doesn’t meet the normal entry requirement of a Level 8 degree, in exceptional circumstances they would normally present another qualification or award along with extensive work experience in order to be considered.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

22600 EUR / year

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Citizens or residents

9330 EUR / year

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Additional Details

Part-time option:

EU fee per year - € 4660
nonEU fee per year - € 11300

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

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