An upper second class honours degree, or the international equivalent in the subject areas such as the humanities, politics or international relations but not exclusively.

Standard of English required it is expected that students will normally have reached an overall 7 in the IELTS with no individual band less than 6.5 or equivalent.

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. https://tinyurl.com/2ae2ffax
Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.

Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised

Z236 American Politics & Foreign Policy Graduate Diploma Full-Time
Commencing September 2025
Graduate Taught

Z237 American Politics & Foreign Policy Graduate Diploma Part-Time
Commencing September 2025
Graduate Taught

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Social

The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.

Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.