Bachelor of International Relations
- Dublin, Ireland
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
One-year Masters examining global politics beyond a Eurocentric view, With theory and research training.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (7): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate concepts and methods in International Relations to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in diplomacy
- Foreign policy and security. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Programme management
- Procurement
- Social work
- Research officer
- Civil servant
Curriculum
- One-year full-time course. Core: international relations theory
- Diplomacy
- Foreign policy and security
- Social research methods and a dissertation. Options include environmental citizenship
- Global governance and international institutions
- Negotiating in international contexts and gender and security.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Recognised secondary school-leaving qualification for your country (for example GCE A Levels: 2 A Levels at grade C plus 4 O Levels at grade C including Maths and English
- IB Diploma minimum 24 points including Maths and English)
- Plus programme-specific subject requirements
- English proficiency evidence (IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 92
- Duolingo 120
- PTE Academic 63).
- Grade/academic selection criteria: No GPA published. Entry is by country-specific school-leaving qualification plus programme requirements
- E.g. GCE A Levels: 2 A Levels at grade C plus 4 O Levels at grade C incl. Maths and English (or AS/O combinations)
- IB Diploma minimum 24 points (2 subjects at HL 5 and 4 at SL 4
- Incl. Maths and English
- DC002 needs 3 HL 5)
- India CBSE/CISCE English 80% and Maths 70%. Programme CAO points are for EU entrants.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 92
- Duolingo 120
- PTE Academic 63
- Cambridge 176
- Oxford Test of English 140
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Secondary school completion certificate
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the International Relations admission requirements at Dublin City University. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of the entry qualification. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | €19,493 EUR |
|---|---|
| Application fee | €70 EUR |
| Deposit | €750 EUR |
Program details
| Campus | Dublin (campus not stated on programme page) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Department | School of Law and Government |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 150 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 7 |
| Scholarship note | Dublin City University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Bachelor of Arts in International Relations. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left
Scholarships
Dublin City University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Bachelor of Arts in International Relations.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 1 Jul 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is €19,493 EUR per year. The application fee is €70 EUR. The deposit is €750 EUR. The estimated living cost is €16,020 EUR.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 92, Duolingo 120, PTE Academic 63, Cambridge 176, Oxford Test of English 140, IELTS Academic 6.5.
Dublin City University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Bachelor of Arts in International Relations.

