Master in MA GEOGRAPHY

Tuition fees are 17,815 USD per year.

Overview of the MA in Geography

The MA in Geography is designed for students who want to deepen their understanding of key geographical ideas and themes, develop strong critical thinking skills, undertake independent research in an area of specialist interest, and enhance their professional capabilities.

This programme offers a wide-ranging suite of taught modules, allowing students to choose the classes that best align with their interests and career goals. It supports the development of critical spatial thinking, deeper specialist knowledge, and advanced employability skills grounded in human geography.

Students will engage with a variety of geographical approaches applied to key societal and environmental challenges, including decarbonisation, migration, mobility, and housing.

The Department’s long-standing, publicly engaged research has created an extensive network of civil society partners. The MA provides unique opportunities for students to work with these partners through innovative and immersive modules, collaborating on real-world projects. Our research-led and community-partnered teaching and learning model has been recognised nationally by the Irish Universities Association.

The programme is available full-time (1 year, MHN60) or part-time (2 years, MHN61). For information on the part-time programme (MHN61), please click here. Commences: September.

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Maynooth University sits just 25 kilometres from Dublin in County Kildare, combining the calm of a historic college town with easy access to Ireland's capital. Founded in 1795 and now one of the nation’s fastest growing universities, Maynooth hosts a diverse community of more than 17,600 students, offering a welcoming campus that blends tradition and modern facilities. International students find a compact, navigable environment that supports focused study while remaining close to internships, cultural sites and the business hub of Dublin.

Academically, Maynooth is recognised for research-informed teaching across humanities, sciences and social sciences, with personalised class sizes that help students build strong relationships with faculty. The university emphasises employability and practical learning, connecting students with local employers and research projects that reflect Ireland’s vibrant economy. Student services include language support, career guidance and a range of clubs and societies that ease the transition to university life and foster friendships across cultures.

For prospective international applicants, Maynooth offers an environment that balances academic rigour with pastoral care and a clear route to professional networks. Affordable living compared with central Dublin, efficient transport links and active student support make it a practical choice for those seeking quality education in Ireland. Whether aiming for research, professional qualification or further study, Maynooth presents a focused, student-centred pathway with strong links to industry and community life.