Media & International Conflict

On this programme, students will develop an understanding of how media interacts with war, conflict and security in international contexts. The course provides an interdisciplinary approach that considers both cultural and political dimensions of media responses to international conflict. Students will focus on issues such as: public diplomacy and soft power, the role of new media in perceptions of conflict, the production, circulation and reception of imagery of conflict, and the effects of news reporting on government policy and NGO activity.



- The programme analyses the complex roles played by the media in the presentation of conflict situations and addresses the relationships of the media, government, military, and NGOs in framing perceptions of international conflict.



- This is the only graduate programme in Ireland and one of very few in the world that blends together elements of media studies and international affairs to provide an innovative and challenging course of study



- Students can expect to take modules similar to: Media and US Foreign Policy, New Media and New Conflict, Public Diplomacy, Challenges facing US Foreign Policy. In addition student will submit a thesis 12,000 - 15,000 words.



The programme is available on a full and part time basis.



Who should apply?

Full Time option suitable for:



Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes

International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes



Part Time option suitable for:



Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes

International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No



The programme will interest those seeking a career in international communications, professionals seeking more critical understanding of the international dimensions of their industry, and those wishing to prepare for advanced research in this area.

Stage 1 - Core

Media and US Foreign Policy AMST40030

Minor Thesis AMST40050

Public Diplomacy and Soft Power AMST40130

Research Skills Seminar AMST40480

News Media Today AMST40580

Politics and Digital Storytelling AMST40650



Stage 1 - Option

Challenges in US Foreign Policy AMST40310

The Global Politics of Cyber Security AMST40560

Trump's America AMST40590

Photojournalism AMST40690

Critical Geopolitics of Europe GEOG40450

War, Peace, and Globalisation HIS42480

One World, One Health? HIS42820

Modern Asia HIS42840

- An upper second class honours degree (NFQ Level 8), or the international equivalent in the subject area such as the Humanities, Politics, International Relations, Journalism or Media Studies but this is not an exhaustive list. Consideration will be given to students with a lower GPA but they will require an interview (via SKYPE or in person) and maybe asked for additional material



- Applicants whose first language is not English must normally demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no less than 6 in each element), or equivalent.



These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes.

How to apply?

The following entry routes are available:

MA Media & International Conflict PT (Z138)

Duration 2 Years

Attend Part Time

Deadline Rolling*



MA Media & International Conflict FT (Z137)

Duration 1 Years

Attend Full Time

Deadline Rolling*



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

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Z137: 1 year full-time or Z138: 2 years part-time.

MA Media & International Conflict (Z137) Full Time

EU fee per year - € 7920

nonEU fee per year - € 19900


MA Media & International Conflict (Z138) Part Time

EU fee per year - € 4760

nonEU fee per year - € 9950


***Fees are subject to change

Tuition fee information is available on the UCD Fees website. Please note that UCD offers a number of graduate scholarships for full-time, self-funding international students, holding an offer of a place on a UCD graduate degree programme. For further information please see International Scholarships.

Next Intake: 2024/2025 September.

Careers & Employability

Our graduates progress to a wide range of interesting careers.

Many of our alumni work in international communication, foreign affairs and Dublin's vibrant tech sector, where a background in the global humanities is particularly valued. Others graduates work in senior positions across a diverse range of industries including the media, Think Tanks, NGOs and advocacy work, whilst some continue on to PhD research.



Recent employers include Microsoft, LinkedIn, Kantar Media, Google, RTÉ, The Washington Marketing Group, Celtrino and the Institute for International & European Affairs. The programme will interest those seeking a career in international communications, professionals seeking more critical understanding of the international dimensions of their industry, and those wishing to prepare for advanced research in this area.