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Diploma of International Peacebuilding, Security and Development Practice

Maynooth University

Maynooth, Ireland
1 year
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

A one-year masters on peacebuilding and development practice in conflict settings.

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

Learners studying International Peacebuilding
Security and Development Practice can develop the ability to develop creative concepts
Use relevant production tools and critique work using professional
Audience and ethical considerations
And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

International development and peacebuilding NGOs
Security organisations
International organisations such as the UN
EU and World Bank
Government agencies and departments

Curriculum

Ninety ECTS: four compulsory taught modules (35 credits) on peace processes and conflict intervention
Mediation
Negotiation and dialogue
Conflict
Development and security
And research methods
Plus optional modules and a dissertation.

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. Grade guidance from source: Minimum 2H2 (2.2) honours equivalent
Higher for some programmes
Country-specific percentage tables.

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

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy
English Language Test Results (if applicable)
Personal Statement
Curriculum Vitae.

How to apply

Check the programme page for entry requirements and the closing date
Applications for 2027 entry open on 14 October 2026. 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	€14,000 EUR
Application fee	€50 EUR
Deposit	€1,000 EUR

Program details

Campus	Maynooth
Faculty or school	Faculty of Social Sciences
Department	Applied Social Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2 years
Scholarship note	University international scholarship opportunities are offered subject to the particular award, Programme, Applicant profile and year, 2027 eligibility should be checked.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
30 Jun 2027
229 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.