Courses by UCD
University College Dublin (UCD) was founded in 1854 under the leadership of renowned educationalist John Henry Cardinal Newman.
University College Dublin is Ireland’s largest university. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctorate degrees. The university is also conducts research, innovation, and community engagement. The main Dublin campus is an extensive parkland estate of more than 130 hectares. It includes world-leading facilities such as the O’Brien Centre for Science, the Sutherland School of Law, and the Lochlan Quinn School of Business.
Research at UCD
University College Dublin is also one of Europe’s leading research-intensive universities. Research and innovation at UCD encompasses individual scholars, small, medium and large research groups, start-up companies and large-scale collaborations with industry and other partners. In addition, UCD offers the biggest start-up incubator centre and support in Ireland.
Centre of Excellence
Nine UCD subjects are ranked in the top 100 in the world out of 30 subjects (QS World University Ranking by Subject 2015). In addition, the university is first in Ireland in 12 subjects.
University College Dublin has over 8,000 graduate students, almost a quarter of whom are graduate research students; 1,580 PhD students benefit from a structured PhD programme, as well as the research-led education culture at UCD.
Awarding Body
University College Dublin is a recognised awarding body. This means the university has the authority to make awards in accordance with the National Framework of Qualifications. The university is subject to periodic reviews of effectiveness of quality assurance procedures by Quality and Qualifications Ireland. National and international organisations, educational institutions and employers recognise their degrees.
Many of the world’s leading professional organisations recognise UCD degrees. This includes organisations in the following disciplines:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Medicine
- Architecture
- Regional and Urban Planning
- Engineering
- Diagnostic Imaging
The Michael Smurfit Graduate School of Business is one of less than 60 schools worldwide to hold triple accreditation from the US, Europe and the UK accrediting bodies.
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MSc in Business and Management
Distance Learning, Business Management Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
The MSc in Business and Management is a two-year, part-time programme that will provide students with advanced and significant expertise in the concepts, tools and skills essential to contemporary business strategies and functions. The first stage of the course provides a mixture of quantitative subjects and more general management subjects. On successful completion of this…
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MSc in Clinical and Translational Research
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Medicine Course by UCD Clinical Research Centre - Dublin City North, Co. Dublin
The MSc in Clinical and Translational Research aims to train the next generation of investigators who will lead cutting edge clinical research into the future. We value high quality clinical research as the means to ensure novel interventions are developed to improve patients’ lives. We deliver our programme through a blend of on-line learning followed by time in an active Clinical Research Centre,…
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MSc in Clinical and Translational Research (Part Time)
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Science Course by UCD Clinical Research Centre - Dublin City North, Co. Dublin
The MSc in Clinical and Translational Research aims to train the next generation of investigators who will lead cutting edge clinical research into the future. We value high quality clinical research as the means to ensure novel interventions are developed to improve patients’ lives. We deliver our programmes in an active Clinical Research Centre, thereby…
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MSc in Computer Science
Classroom Based Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
This Masters Degree is offered by the University College Dublin (UCD) in conjunction with the Institute of Public Administration(IPA). This Masters is a skills conversion course for individuals who hold a primary degree in another discipline (e.g., Arts, Commerce). The programme provides a thorough foundation in the practical aspects of the development and management of…
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MSc in Computer Science by Negotiated Learning (Cloud Computing Stream)
Classroom Based Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
The MSc in Computer Science by Negotiated Learning is a two year part-time postgraduate programme, which provides a thorough foundation in the practical aspects of the development and management of modern Information Systems (IS) with a special focus on Cloud Computing. This programme is suitable for experienced IT professionals in the public & private sectors…
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Online Graduate Certificate in Clinical Trials
Online Learning, Medicine Course by UCD Clinical Research Centre - Dublin City North, Co. Dublin
UCD CRC will run this Online Graduate course annually in January each year. The Online Graduate Certificate in Clinical Trials is an eight-month innovative training programme for those wishing to pursue a career in clinical research. It aims to develop employment-ready experts, who will implement clinical research programmes to the highest ethical, regulatory and…
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Postgraduate Certificates
Distance Learning, Government Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
Students who already possess an MA (from the IPA or from another recognised institution) can take a one-year Postgraduate Certificate in one of six subject areas: public management, healthcare management, local government management, criminal justice, financial management, and human resource management. Postgraduate Certificates are expressly designed for those who want to obtain, in a short…
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Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management
Distance Learning, Public Administration & Public Management Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
This one-year, part-time programme analyses public management issues using models and concepts from the social sciences and quantitative disciplines. It is both a stand-alone qualification and year one of the IPA Master of Arts Programme. The programme is divided into two semesters, each of which includes three subjects. Programmes begin in September and January each…
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Postgraduate Diploma/Master of Economic Science in Policy Analysis
Classroom Based, Government Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
This two-year, part-time programme addresses the tangible need for the development of policy analysis skills across the wider public service. It explores subjects that are crucial to the expert assessment of contemporary public policy including economic and financial analysis, social policy analysis, cost-benefit analysis, project and risk management.
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Professional Certificate in Governance
Distance Learning, Governance Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
The Professional Certificate in Governance is a one-year part-time programme that addresses a key area of concern to professionals in the public and private sectors. Governance is a subject used in several contexts and is a subject of much debate in Ireland and elsewhere. This programme examines governance as a set of structures and processes…
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Professional Certificate in Governance
Distance Learning, Government Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
The Professional Certificate in Governance is a one-year part-time programme that addresses a key area of concern to professionals in the public and private sectors. Governance is a subject used in several contexts and is a subject of much debate both nationally and internationally. This programme examines governance as a set of structures and processes…
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Professional Diploma in Health Economics
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Healthcare Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
The Professional Diploma in Health Economics – the first course of its kind in Ireland – is a one-year, part-time programme that examines the economics of healthcare provision. There is a palpable need for those interested in healthcare in Ireland to understand the economic rationale behind the allocation of resources in this vital sector. To…
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Professional Diploma in Housing Studies
Distance Learning Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
The Professional Diploma in Housing Studies – the first course of its kind in Ireland – provides an in-depth and analytical treatment of the major issues in social and supported housing affecting staff working in the housing directorates of local authorities and staff working in voluntary and co-operative housing organisations.
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Professional Diploma in Official Statistics for Policy Evaluation
Distance Learning, Business Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
The Professional Diploma in Official Statistics for Policy Evaluation has been developed in conjunction with the Central Statistics Office (CSO) and is targeted at decision-makers throughout the public service. It will introduce students to important Irish and international official statistics that will help them better understand the structure and trends in Ireland s economy and…
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Professional Diploma in Official Statistics for Policy Evaluation
Distance Learning, Government Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
The Professional Diploma in Official Statistics for Policy Evaluation has been developed in conjunction with the Central Statistics Office (CSO) and is targeted at decision-makers throughout the public service. It will introduce students to important Irish and international official statistics that will help them better understand the structure and trends in Ireland s economy and…
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Professional Diploma in Project Management
Distance Learning, Project Management Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
The Professional Diploma in Project Management programme builds on the IPA Certificate in Project Management. It covers additional critical skills areas, including procurement, resource management, quality management, and managing multiple projects. It also addresses methodologies, frameworks (including PRINCE 2, Agile and the PMIBOK) and technologies designed to support the project manager. The programme has been…
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Professional Diploma in Project Management
Distance Learning, Agriculture & Veterinary Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
his Programme builds on the work of the Certificate in Project Management. While the Certificate could be seen as project focused the Diploma could be said to be more project environment focused i.e. concerning those critical project interfaces with the rest of the organisation. It covers additional critical skill areas including project assessment, procurement, resource,…
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Professional Diploma in Project Management
Distance Learning, Project Management Course by Institute of Public Administration - Ballsbridge, Co. Dublin
This Programme builds on the work of the Certificate in Project Management. While the Certificate could be seen as project focused the Diploma could be said to be more project environment focused i.e. concerning those critical project interfaces with the rest of the organisation. It covers additional critical skill areas including project assessment, procurement, resource,…
