Overview

The Global Politics course from the University of Limerick stands out for the wide range of subject areas covered.

As well as gaining a thorough understanding of Irish and EU politics, students will learn about the wider international system and will have the opportunity to study the politics of different world regions. The deeper philosophical questions about how societies and governments should be organised are also addressed.

What you will study

The subjects available on the BA Students will study the foundations of global politics and will then look at the areas of Irish, European and regional politics through the lens of comparative politics and political theory. They will also look at the areas of international political economy, development and conflict studies, key concepts such as gender, multiculturalism and nationalism and the problems associated with contemporary capitalism. They will also go on Erasmus and on Co-op placement, where they will have the potential opportunity to work for international organisations.

Career opportunities:

This degree will interest anyone who wishes to go into public service (particularly within politics), work in international organisations, the media, and in any area of policy.

Career titles might include Political Analyst, Parliamentary Assistant, Diplomat, Journalist, Executive Officer, and Campaign Officer.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Government and Politics of Ireland
Global Politics
Doing History: Past, Present and Practice
Migration, Mobility, and Place
Game of Thrones: Gender, Power and Identity, Ireland and the Wider World, 1500-1950
International Relations

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Limerick, Ireland

Disciplines

International Relations Political Science View 17 other Bachelors in Political Science in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum requirements: 2 H5 and 4 O6/H7
English: O6/H7
2nd language: O6/H7
Maths: F6/O6/H7
Note: Grade F6 in Foundation Mathematics also satisfies the minimum entry requirements. Foundation mathematics is not reckonable for scoring purposes.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

16900 EUR / year

≈ 16900 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

2558 EUR / year

≈ 2558 EUR / year

Living costs

Limerick

Ireland

850 - 1150 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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