Politics and International Relations at UCD can be studied as part of the following degree programmes.
- BSc Social Sciences (DN700) - Joint Major / Single Major
- BSc Social Sciences (DN700) - Politics with Language Minor
- BSc Social Sciences (DN700) - PPE (Philosophy, Politics and Economics)
- BSc Social Sciences (DN700) - Computational Social Science with Politics Minor
- BA Humanities (DN530) - History & Politics
- BCL (DN600) - Law with Politics
BSc Social Sciences (DN700) - Joint Major / Single Major
Students can study Politics as a joint major with one of the following subjects: Archaeology, Economics, Geography, Information and Communication Studies, Mathematics, Philosophy, Sociology, Social Justice, Statistics.
Students in the above courses can opt for a single major in Politics & International Relations in Year 3 and 4.
BSc Social Sciences (DN700) - Politics with Language Minor
Students can study Politics as a major and one of the following languages as a minor: Chinese, French, German, Irish, Italian, Spanish
BSc Social Sciences (DN700) - PPE (Philosophy, Politics and Economics)
PPE provides a broad and deep understanding of how a society works, and indeed how international society works. It examines the complex economic and political forces in play, the problems of measuring and assessing the health of society, and the principles of justice that should guide political decision-making to improve society. PPE provides a broad and deep understanding of how a society works, and indeed how international society works. It examines the complex economic and political forces in play, the problems of measuring and assessing the health of society, and the principles of justice that should guide political decision-making to improve society. PPE will teach students how to read beyond media headlines, and where to find more information about the hot policy questions of the day, in national and international contexts.
BSc Social Sciences (DN700) - Computational Social Science with Politics Minor
The world around us is undergoing significant changes due to digitization and deployment of Artificial Intelligence. Today we are more interconnected than ever before. As we navigate this new social landscape, we leave behind digital footprints that can be analyzed and interpreted through the lens of Computational Social Science. This field of study leverages the power of big data, computer simulations, and social network analysis to gain insights into social phenomena and individual behaviour. If you want to contribute to shaping the future of our social digital life, this course is for you!
BA Humanities (DN530) - History & Politics
History and Politics is a classic combination of subjects for students looking to investigate the workings of government and society in contemporary and historical perspectives. You will examine why society has changed and seek to understand the issues facing societies across the globe today. Through both subjects, the course will teach you the essential skills of writing, critical thinking, evaluating evidence, and assessing data. This course offers an excellent interdisciplinary preparation by combining historical research with political science.
BCL (DN600) - Law with Politics
Law and politics are inextricably linked by the legislative process. This course allows you to obtain a highly respected law degree, whilst also acquiring a deeper understanding of political theory and the political process. Many UCD law graduates have progressed to political careers. Others have become high-profile political commentators.
Further Queries
Please note that the School is not involved in the admissions process of undergraduate students, including CAO applicants, mature students, international applicants or transfer students. If you have queries related to the admission process, please refer to the UCD Admissions and/or contact the UCD Student Desk.
If you have queries related to the contents of Politics and International Relations, please contact the School's Teaching & Learning Director, Dr Lucia Tiscornia at (opens in a new window)lucia.tiscornia@ucd.ie. For administrative queries, please contact the School Office at (opens in a new window)spire@ucd.ie.