International Relations

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  • University/Institute Name University College Cork
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration1 year
  • Application deadlineJun 2026

Position Details (Master's)

TheInternational Relationsprogramat University College Cork draws on international relations, conflict/peace studies and international history; it explores issues such as war and peace, the international order, international crises, counter-insurgency, terrorism and foreign policy.

The International Relations program at University College Cork is a one-year comprehensive program based at the School of History in UCC.

Careers Information

Past graduates of our course have gone on to further study, academia, diplomatic service, international organisations, the EU, international think tanks, non-governmental organisations and public service. Others have embarked on careers in multinational companies, as well as in traditional sectors such as teaching, journalism, and the civil service.

Postgraduate research

The School of History at UCC is a leading international centre for postgraduate research in history, international relations, and European studies. Consult our PhD page for areas of potential PhD supervision in the field of international relations.

Courses include:

  • US Foreign Policy and Contemporary History
  • Issues in World Politics
  • International Relations Theories and Approaches
  • Foreign Policy and Diplomacy: Case Studies in Crises and Decision-making
  • War and Peace: the European State System from 1648 to 1990

Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

Position Start Date

Sep 2026