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Master of By Research

Dublin City University

  • Dublin, Ireland
  • 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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Dublin City University campus

About the program

A research master's completed under a named DCU supervisor, entered on the research master's register.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: no
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (8): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Critically evaluate advanced theories and contemporary practice in by Research. Apply analytical
  • research and problem-solving methods to complex issues. Communicate evidence-based recommendations in the field.

Career outcomes

  • Research Assistant
  • Project Coordinator
  • Program Specialist
  • Administrative Officer

Curriculum

  • Research under supervision in the School and faculty of the chosen topic
  • leading to a thesis. Students first enter the Master's register
  • transfer to the PhD register is possible. The page publishes no module list or credit value.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Primary degree equivalent to lower second class honours (2.2) or above from an approved university
  • In an area cognate to the research topic
  • Or an approved professional qualification
  • A named DCU supervisor is needed
  • English proficiency evidence (IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 92
  • Duolingo 120
  • PTE Academic 63).
  • Grade/academic selection criteria: Primary degree (NFQ Level 8) equivalent to a second class honours
  • Grade two (lower second
  • 2.2) or above
  • No GPA scale published.

Accepted academic background

Honours bachelor's degree from an approved university or equivalent professional qualification in an area cognate to the proposed research topic; candidates need a named DCU supervisor and Head of School approval before the pre-application.

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
  • Previous degree certificate
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Statement of purpose
  • English language proficiency evidence if required
  • Passport identification page

How to apply

  1. Review the by Research admission requirements at Dublin City University. Prepare previous degree certificates and academic transcripts. 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€11,543 EUR
Application fee€50 EUR
Deposit€750 EUR

Program details

CampusGlasnevin Campus
Faculty or schoolAll faculties
DepartmentResearch registers by School
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value150
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay8
Scholarship noteDublin City University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Master by Research (Master of Arts, Master of Science, Master of Engineering or Master of Literature by Research).

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Apply by

    4 Dec 2026

    20 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 2 years.