Master in EU Law & Governance

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Apr 1, 2027, and tuition comes to 22,600 USD per year.

The Master in EU Law & Governance at University College Dublin is a one-year master's degree for students interested in EU law and governance. It's ideal for those who want to deepen their understanding of EU law and governance in an interactive learning environment.

Students will study core modules like Law and Governance of the EU and Politics of European Governance, as well as elective modules such as International Economic Law and Climate Change Law. This curriculum helps students develop critical thinking and analytical skills.

Graduates can pursue careers as EU Policy Advisor, Legal Consultant, and Research Analyst in EU institutions, law firms, and non-governmental organizations. They can also pursue academic careers, with opportunities for further study at the doctoral level.

University College Dublin (UCD) is Ireland’s largest and most globally engaged university, founded in 1854 and situated on a spacious campus south of Dublin. Renowned for its research-intensive culture, UCD hosts more than 35,000 students from over 150 countries and offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across arts, sciences, business, engineering, medicine and more. Its scale and international outlook make it an appealing destination for students seeking a research-led education in an energetic European capital region.

UCD’s academic strengths span traditional disciplines and cutting-edge fields, with robust research funding and industry partnerships that support innovation and practical learning. Students benefit from state-of-the-art laboratories, comprehensive libraries, student support services and a wide network of international exchanges. The university also emphasizes employability through career services, internships and active alumni engagement that help graduates transition into global careers.

Campus life at UCD balances academic intensity with extracurricular engagement, including sports, cultural societies and community involvement. Accommodation, transport and welfare services are geared to support international students arriving to Dublin. Prospective applicants should review program-specific entry requirements and available scholarships, consider English language criteria, and use the university’s international office resources to plan applications and arrival logistics.