Courses

The MSc in Clinical and Translational Research aims to train the next generation of investigators who will lead cutting edge clinical research into the future. We value high quality clinical research as the means to ensure novel interventions are developed to improve patients’ lives. We deliver our programmes in an active Clinical Research Centre, thereby…

The Masters of Science (MSc) in Computing is a 1 year full time (2 year part-time) taught course which allows the student to study the framework of computer science from a theoretical point of view and apply this knowledge to the development of industrial software in a research led dissertation. Focus here is on ensuring…

The aim of this taught Master Degree programme is to produce graduates with an advanced level of theoretical knowledge and practice, with highly developed research capability, innovation and entrepreneurial skills to enable their professional development in the IT industry. This programme has been partially funded by the HEA IT Investment Fund. Graduates wishing to extend…

Introduction The MSc in Computing offers a choice of Majors, designed to equip graduates with a range of cutting-edge skills, enabling them to produce high-quality software and systems that deliver solutions to business and the economy.   Major 1 – Artificial Intelligence (This Major is available Full Time Only) There is a strong demand for graduates…

Our MSc Design & Development of Digital Business is a 12-month (full-time) taught master’s degree course. This intensive and innovative course is aimed at creatively minded honours graduates from non-technical backgrounds. The program provides students with the design skills and technical knowledge to explore interesting, real-world problems and create innovative digital products and services. The…

The MSc in Diagnostics and Precision Medicine is a blended-learning programme that details how diagnostics and therapeutics are revolutionising healthcare and medicine by providing the right person with the right therapy at the right time. Recent advances in the understanding of normal and diseased states has led to revolutionary new treatments for conditions such as cancer,…

The MSc in Diagnostics and Precision Medicine is a blended-learning programme that details how diagnostics and therapeutics are revolutionising healthcare and medicine by providing the right person with the right therapy at the right time. Recent advances in the understanding of normal and diseased states has led to revolutionary new treatments for conditions such as cancer,…

Marketing has been dominated in recent years by a shift to digital. Social media, mobile technologies, big data and data analytics, cloud computing and the Internet of Things are changing the way marketing is designed and executed. The MSc in Digital Marketing is designed to help participants understand how digital technologies can be exploited to…

The MSc in Education and Training Management (eLearning) has been designed to meet the needs of participants from the widely varying fields of Education (primary, post-primary, further, higher and adult education), Industry, Health, Community, Creative Arts, NGOs, Governmental  Departments and State Agencies. Over the course of the programme you will: Explore the effective use of…

Participants come from all levels of the education system (primary, post-primary, adult and community, and third level) as well as from industry, the health sector, state agencies, and community organizations. Using a combination of blended and face-to-face sessions structured to support achievement for students undertaking Masters level study while balancing work and family commitments, this…

Introduction This programme is focused on the Internet of Things [IoT]  and leads to a final Award of MSc in Electronic and Computer Technology [IoT]. It aims to provide a pathway for bachelor’s degree graduates, existing ICT professionals, and those wishing to convert from associated disciplines, to acquire the necessary skills to pursue careers in the…

The University is moving to a new student application portal on 30th November 2020. Applications for entry to courses normally via PAC (closed 30th October 2020) that are moving to the new student application portal can be made from 30th November 2020 onwards.   In recent years, Electronic Commerce has experienced continual growth around the…

The MSc in Elite Sport Performance (Level 9 NFQ, 90 ECTS) is a two-year, part-time, distance-learning programme that provides students with an opportunity to complete a programme of study focused on theories and practice of sport performance and develop an advanced understanding of research methodologies and reflective and critical skills. This programmes is aimed at early-career…

Emergencies and crises, both national and international, continue to negatively impact our business and societies. Risks faced today are more interconnected and complex than ever before. As a result governments, organisations and businesses are seeking new, more effective ways to prepare, respond and recover from an emergency or crises; as well as ensuring the continuity…

Introduction We are excited to announce our new MSc in Emerging Media building on over twenty years of expertise in research and teaching in the area of multimedia. The MSc in Emerging Media: The MSc in  Emerging Media combines media production, innovative research and experimental practices to guide students in the discovery of new ways to communicate…

The MSc in Finance is a one-year Masters programme providing a leading European finance education, a high degree of flexibility in your learning experience and modern industry-relevant specialisms. Our programme is structured as a core learning first semester, followed by two specialist streams in the second semester and dissertation over the summer semester. The two streams…

The MSc Finance (Banking and Risk Management) programme in UCC involves an advanced study of the theory and practice of investment, banking and risk management. You will study advanced Finance, Financial Economics, Macroeconomics and Quantitative Financial Techniques – taught through in demand data analysis software such as Python or R. Your studies build to one…

The objective of our MSc Finance (Corporate Finance) at UCC is to produce graduates who can contribute immediately to the corporate finance industry. As a participant in the course, you will focus on developing your analytical and professional skills, culminating in either a corporate finance project or a corporate internship. Our course has been designed…

Our MSc Finance (Investment & Asset Management) is a one-year programme that will provide you with a broad range of theoretical, technical, and professional skills required to develop a career in international finance. Our graduates have excellent prospects and take on roles such as investment manager, financial consultant, investment consultant, trader, risk manager, quantitative analyst…

The role of Global Finance in the world has never been more complex. Events have shown how critical it is to have an understanding of the theory and logic behind the practice of financial decision-making, risk management and market behaviour. This course is about high-level mathematics applied to practical problems in finance and industry. The course combines the…

The role of Global Finance in the world has never been more complex. Events have shown how critical it is to have an understanding of the theory and logic behind the practice of financial decision-making, risk management and market behaviour. This course is about high-level mathematics applied to practical problems in finance and industry. The course combines the…

Our MSc programme in Food Business and Innovation is offered by the College of Business & Law at University College Cork (UCC) in Ireland. It prepares students for a career in the dynamic world of food business and will set you up to play a lead role in the analysis of key sectoral issues and strategic management of the…

Our MSc in Global Brand Management programme is available on either a full or part-time basis over a 1 or 2.5 year period respectively and is focused on developing students’ understanding, insights and skills to enable them to become an invaluable resource to global brands in a dynamic and rapidly changing world.

Your chance to meet new people and experience new cultures.  Study in two countries of your choice and learn the skills to be a successful global leader in the digital age. In Industry 4.0, technology is disrupting, advancing and challenging business.  Management practices are operating in an era when business is borderless.  The next generation…

The M.Sc. in Guidance Counselling is a two year part-time programme recognised by the DES and the Institute of Guidance Counsellors (IGC) for professional practice as a guidance counsellor. The programme offers initial education and training in the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for practice in the interrelated areas of personal, education and career guidance…

The DCU MSc in Human Resource Management prepares students to become leaders in people management and organisational change. The innovative and distinguishing features of the programme are its focus on international elements of management, its emphasis on enhancing leadership capability, and the importance given to building professional competencies. You will also develop insights into the…

Our MSc Human Resource Management (HRM) programme is designed to capture the realities of the contemporary Human Resource (HR) profession and seeks to develop the HR careers of our students. The programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD) whose qualifications are the recognised professional standard for HR and training specialists working across Ireland,…

This multidisciplinary course is at the intersection of design, computing and content development. Students develop a cutting-edge skillset using industry-standard, modern technology. Plan, design & build interactive digital products and experiences. Challenge the history of design with a deep dive on design theory and project to the future to anticipate the interactive needs of future generations.…

Our MSc programme in International Business and Law is available on a full and part-time basis over a 1 or 2.5 year period respectively and combines the core operational and organisational aspects of international business management with advanced theoretical and practical legal knowledge.

DCU’s MSc in Investment, Treasury and Banking is a part-time postgraduate programme aimed at people working in financial services who wish to deepen their knowledge of financial markets and products. The programme explores the roles of the various participants in the financial markets, the competitive structure of the markets, and the regulatory environment. It also…