Maynooth University |

Maynooth University (MU) proudly stands in the top 90 of young universities globally in the Times Higher Education’s Best Young University Rankings (2024). While we are a young institution, our academic heritage dates back over two centuries to 1795 with the formation of St Patrick’s College. Our beautiful campus in the university town of Maynooth reflects this history and progress as a dynamic and rapidly growing modern institution. Our vision is clear: we are a university of excellence, opportunity, and impact.

MU is committed to offering you a postgraduate study experience like no other. Studying at postgraduate level offers you the opportunity to gain advanced, specialised knowledge that sets you apart in an increasingly competitive job market. It allows you to deepen your expertise, develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills and open doors to leadership roles or career advancement. Beyond career benefits, postgraduate study provides you with an opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research, connect with industry leaders and like-minded peers, and achieve personal growth. 

A postgraduate qualification from MU is an investment in your future, equipping you with the skills and confidence to thrive.

Maynooth University is continually developing and defining our postgraduate programmes in line with industry needs and the latest skills that graduates require to be highly attractive in today’s competitive job market. Here are some of our new programmes for 2025 for you to explore: 

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

MSc in Consumer Insights and Branding Strategy

MSc in Supply Chain Management

MA in Contemporary Music Practices

MSc in Robotics and Embedded AI

If you would like to catch up on recent webinars for these programmes, please visit https://www.gotostage.com/channel/mu

Located in the heart of Ireland’s only university town, Maynooth University is based just 25 kilometres from the city of Dublin, offering a large, historic campus ideal for postgraduate studies. 

In recent years, Maynooth has invested in an impressive capital building project, including a new state-of-the-art Library building, student accommodation, a bespoke Education building and an award-winning enterprise and technology hub. 

With dedicated postgraduate space in the Library building, postgraduate students can access support from our team of Subject Librarians and our Research Support Librarian. One to one and group consultations help to support your research, with training and guidance finding information and using library resources, advice on conducting literature reviews, managing your references and showcasing your research.

The Postgraduate Society is just one of over 100 Clubs and Societies on campus. Clubs and Societies are student run and are a vital part of the student experience here at Maynooth University. Whether you’re a footballer looking for your new team or a Swiftie looking for fellow fans, you will find friends here. See more at www.mulife.ie

Our campus sports facilities will help you enjoy all aspects of sport. On the north campus, Maynooth University Phoenix Sports Centre boasts a number of sports halls, home to the University's basketball, volleyball and badminton clubs, and provide a venue for the multiple martial arts and dance sessions. The Sports Centre also comprises a fully equipped fitness centre and a free-weights room.  Integral to the Sports Centre's offerings are three floodlit playing fields and a full-sized FIFA-approved 3G synthetic pitch catering for Gaelic games, soccer and rugby. A handball court, tennis courts and snooker hall are also available on campus. The nearby River Liffey plays host to the canoe and kayak club while Carton Demense provides opportunities for hiking, biking and golf.