Graduate Keystone
Shape your Future with a UCD Masters
UCD is one of the world's best universities according to the 2025 World University Rankings, and is ranked in the top 1% of higher education institutions worldwide.
We are also one of the best universities in Ireland for Masters study and applications for Masters courses open on 1 October every year. You can visit our Applications FAQ page for more information and helpful tips on applying.
There are many career opportunities open to you when you graduate from UCD. We are ranked number 1 in Ireland for graduate employability by QS World Rankings. UCD has been number 1 for five consecutive years now.
What Can I Study?
The best international students from around the world study at UCD because it is one of world's top universities. Explore the wide range of programme options for graduate students below, and embark on an education that will ensure you have future career success.
- Agriculture, Food & Nutrition
- Architecture, Planning & Urban Studies
- Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Chemical Sciences & Pharmaceutical
- Business & Management
- Computer Science, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
- Culture, Ethnicity & Identity
- Development & Humanitarian Action
- Education
- Energy
- Engineering
- Finance, Economics & Accounting
- Geography & Climate
- Geology & Earth Sciences
- Health & Medicine
- History & Archaeology
- Human Rights & Social Justice
- Information & Library Studies
- International Relations & Conflict
- Journalism
- Languages & Linguistics
- Law & Criminal Justice
- Literature, Drama & Film
- Management Information Systems
- Mathematics, Statistics & Actuarial Science
- Media Studies & Communication
- Music
- Nursing
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Philosophy
- Physics, Nanotechnology & Space Science
- Politics & Public Policy
- Psychology
- Sociology, Social Work & Social Policy
- Sustainability & Environment
- Veterinary Medicine & Animal Science
Top University for International Graduate Students
UCD has a thriving international graduate student community. Our students work and learn on two world-class campuses, and in numerous research and teaching institutions. You can take a virtual campus tour today and explore the world-class facilities today.
UCD offers Ireland’s most diverse range of learning opportunities for international graduate students. Programmes are led by academic experts and give students unparalleled choice at all levels. Choose from Doctoral Programmes, taught masters and research masters, graduate diploma and certificate programmes, and higher diplomas. You can explore the options below. UCD also offers scholarships for Masters students.
If you wish to remain in Ireland and start your career here, you can apply for stay-back visa available to international graduate students.
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