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Master of Geography in Spatial Justice
- Maynooth, Ireland
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A one-year masters applying critical geography to social and environmental challenges.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply scientific concepts and methods to Geography in Spatial Justice
- conduct and interpret analysis
- evaluate evidence
- solve discipline-specific problems
- and communicate scientific findings clearly.
Career outcomes
- Research Scientist
- Laboratory Analyst
- Research Assistant
- Quality Assurance Analyst
- Technical Specialist
Curriculum
- Small-group seminars
- collaborative and project-based learning
- guest talks
- workshops and regular immersive fieldwork
- stressing experiential and field-based learning and ethical research skills
- applied to spatial justice questions in a one-year full-time degree.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Recognised bachelor degree equivalent to an Irish honours degree
- Normally a 2.2 (2.1 For some programmes)
- With country grade tables published by Maynooth
- Statement of purpose and two references
- Higher Diplomas and conversion courses accept graduates of other disciplines.
Accepted academic background
Recognised bachelor's degree equivalent to an Irish honours degree (NFQ Level 8), normally a minimum 2H2 (2.2) with some programmes requiring 2H1 (2.1) or a relevant subject; grade equivalents by country in the Postgraduate Entry Requirements PDFs (e.g. India 4-year bachelor minimum 60% overall for 2H2, 65% for 2H1; China regular institution 75% for 2H2, prestigious 70%; Bangladesh 4-year honours 3.0/4.0 or 60% for 2H2); applicants without a degree may apply through Recognition of Prior Learning (10 years' experience); statement of purpose and two references required
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 90
- Duolingo 120
- PTE Academic 63
- Cambridge 176
- Oxford Test of English 140
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Copy
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree Certificate
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Purpose
- Recommendation Letters
- English Proficiency Evidence
How to apply
- Check the programme page for entry requirements and the closing date. Applications for 2027 entry open on 14 October 2026 (official website Apply online through the MU Apply portal and pay the application fee (50 EUR. 100 EUR for the Professional Master of Education (Secondary)). Upload degree evidence
- academic transcripts
- passport copy
- personal statement and proof of English. Some programmes also ask for a CV or references. Receive the offer and pay the non-refundable 1
- 000 EUR deposit to accept it (non-EU).
Other costs
| Tuition per year | €16,000 EUR |
|---|---|
| Application fee | €50 EUR |
| Deposit | €1,000 EUR |
Program details
| Campus | Maynooth |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Arts and Humanities |
| Department | Department of Geography |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | International scholarships are available based on academic achievement, program eligibility, and published funding criteria. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
6 Mar 2027
112 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 6 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is €16,000 EUR per year. The application fee is €50 EUR. The deposit is €1,000 EUR. The estimated living cost is €16,524 EUR.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90, Duolingo 120, PTE Academic 63, Cambridge 176, Oxford Test of English 140.