Post Graduate Courses That Award: Masters Degree

The MA CREOLE is funded under the EU SOCRATES Programme, in which students are required to spend two of the four semesters at Maynooth University and at European partner institutions: Universitt Wien (Austria), Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona (Spain), Universit Lumire Lyon (France), Univerza v Ljubljani (Slovenia) and Stockholms Universitet (Sweden).This unique Master Degree allows the…

Cybersecurity is an essential need for a modern society in which information technology and services pervade every aspect of our lives. Cybersecurity has the fastest growth rate among all areas of IT, with the labour market encountering a severe workforce shortage in this field. The aim of this programme is to provide learners with essential…

Data analytics/science is the science of extracting insight from large amounts of raw data in order to enable better understanding of the processes that created it and so help in analysis, theory exploration and decision making.

This computing course aims to produce high-quality, technically competent, innovative graduates that will become leading practitioners in the field of data analytics. Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to: Conduct independent research and analysis in the field of data analytics Implement a research idea using the latest industry practices Demonstrate expert knowledge…

The Master of Science in Data Science provides students with a thorough grounding in the analysis and use of large data sets, together with experience of conducting a development project, preparing graduates for responsible positions in the Big Data and IT industries. As well as studying a range of taught courses reflecting the state-of-the-art and…

This masters degree provides graduates with the knowledge and in-depth technical understanding of the key concepts required to design and build dependable software systems. This will be achieved by bringing together the theory and practice of software development through participation in research driven and commercially relevant projects. Three partner universities collaborate to deliver the programme,…

This MSc programme is ideal for anyone aspiring to be an effective radical innovator. In particular, it directly prepares graduates for the roles of innovation leadership, innovation management, product management, strategic marketing, market research and design strategy.

DesignCORE supports design innovation within the SME sector in the region. The centre has also taken a lead role in building research and collaborative capacity between design educational providers nationally. The designCORE research group is at the forefront of academic design-led thinking nationally and IT Carlows leadership contribution to emerging knowledge and practice within the…

Working with healthcare clinicians and other medical experts, students will acquire a solid grounding in the culture and ethics of engineering for the healthcare industry. Students benefit from a multi-university partnership, attending modules at Dublin City University, the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland and Maynooth University.

Digital Humanities is a fast-growing dynamic interdisciplinary field at the cutting edge of 21st century research methods. Ideal for students who wish to learn to use digital technology to analyse and discover new knowledge about heritage and historic and cultural works. The course caters for those with relatively little technical skills from an Arts background…

The MSc in Digital Marketing at IT Carlow is aimed at graduates and professionals seeking to explore the strategic implications of the digital era and to develop their career path in digital marketing. The MSc combines academic study and industry exposure to deliver a programme that has a strong focus on current and emerging research…

This course provides rigorous graduate level training in risk analysis to a standard appropriate to a professional practitioner. The prospective student is not required to have any prior background in economics or finance.

The MA in Economics Programme is structured to provide international quality training in Economics and Econometrics.

The 2-year MA in Economics Programme is structured to provide international quality education in Economics and Econometrics for students with an interest in and an aptitude for Economics but no necessary prior background.

In the first year students must register full-time and follow the programme of the MA in Economics or the MA in Finance. Once the MA Programme is successfully completed at honours level, the student develops a course of study which combines taught courses, reading courses and research under the guidance of his/her supervisory committee.

This course provides advanced training in economic and financial risk analysis, and the opportunity for a work placement in this area.

EngCORE is the focal point for the research interests of IT Carlows Faculty of Engineering. EngCORE brings together researchers from a range of knowledge domains to create, advance, and disseminate new technologies through industry focused research. Key research themes are closely aligned to identified areas of national priority including: Smart Materials & Mechanics encompassing mechanical…

The MSc in Entrepreneurship will provide you with a critical insight into entrepreneurship through a deep exploration of the stages of creativity, innovation and enterprise. Moreover the course will provide a critical insight into the culture of the entrepreneurial firm and the culture of the individuals who build and create such enterprises. The course will…

EnviroCORE is focused on the development of biological and chemical environmental technologies that offer innovative solutions to environmental problems that support sustainable economic and social development. CORE Research Themes are: Phyto, vermi, and microbial technologies for waste treatment; Biomass production and biotransformation; Environmental bioindicators, biosensors and biomarkers; Environmental Modelling and risk.

GameCORE conducts both pure and applied research that focuses on the areas of Games Based Learning and Gamification. The research centre also conducts research in the areas of Ambient Assisted Living, Big Data, and Cyber security. GameCORE has strong links with industry, and has been involved with numerous collaborations, primarily funded by Enterprise Ireland and…

HealthCORE research is focused on three broad areas within the domain of the health sciences and wellbeing: Mens Health; Rehabilitation and Health; Exercise, Sport and Heath.

This History programme consists of six taught modules and a 20,000 word dissertation. Accredited modules include: Revolutionary Ireland, 1789-1803; The American Irish, 1850-1920; Irish Communities in Early Modern Europe; Science and Enlightenment in Early Modern Europe; Race, gender and ethnicity in the United States in historical perspective; The evolution of popular culture 1750-1950; Oral History:…

IT Management has become one of the most critical management functions within any organisation. IT plays an increasingly central role in all aspects of business delivery, from customer service to product delivery, sales management, security, data management and financial control. This programme enables graduates to gain a deeper understanding of the business and IT management…

The highly successful Master of Business in Innovation and Leadership is a proven Masters degree programme that develops the leadership talent of managers to deliver significant business improvement in their participating firms. This programme has been developed by LYIT in consultation with business support agencies, major industry employers and employer groups. A key strategic justification…

This Innovation Management in the Public Service course begins in January each year. The next intake will be in January 2018.  The closing date for applications is December 2017. The highly successful Master of Science in Innovation Management in the Public Sector develops the leadership talent of public sector managers in order to deliver significant organisational…

What is the MA in Interaction Design about? Interaction design focuses on shaping things for peoples use and behaviour and includes designing interactive digital products, environments, visual communication systems, and services. Interaction design is the synthesis and imagining of things as they might be, rather than focusing on how things actually are and is focused…

The LL.M. in International Commercial Law offers students the opportunity to specialized in International Commercial Law in order to facilitate enhanced career opportunities and/or to lay the foundations for PH.D. study.

The LL.M. in International Human Rights Law offers students the opportunity to specialize in International Human Rights Law, to facilitate enhanced career opportunities, or to lay the foundations for the PhD study.

The LL.M. in International Law programme aims to develop students’ academic capabilities to their fullest enhance their communication skills and develop their research skills, preparing them for career progression and/or laying the foundations for Ph.D. study. Graduates of this programme will receive an internationally recognized Master of Law degree Students will gain a firm understanding…

This programme is offered jointly by faculty from the Department of History, Mary Immaculate College and the Department of History, University of Limerick. The programme meets the needs of graduates in history, or in related disciplines (e.g. Irish studies, human geography, archaeology, anthropology) who wish to carry out historical research, especially in relation to a…