Dublin,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Public Affairs and Political Communications in Grangegorman Ireland | Technological University Dublin
Technological University Dublin
|
Grangegorman Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
13,500
(c. USD15,673.5)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Public affairs and political communication represents a specialized branch of strategic communication, concentrating on political elements ranging from election and referendum campaign management to political party branding, as well as supporting NGOs, charities, and nonprofit organizations with advocacy and issue-based initiatives. This field cultivates spaces for political discourse, transforming public engagement with elected officials into tangible policies and actions.
Graduates of our MAPAPC program grasp not just the content of communication but also its purpose and societal influence. They navigate the crossroads of political strategy, public policy, and civil society, employing diverse methods to communicate with intention and accountability.
A core component of the program is an Oireachtas internship supervised by a national parliament member. Running two days weekly across both semesters, this opportunity provides students with exceptional hands-on experience and a competitive edge in pursuing political careers.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
Entry is confined to holders of an honours bachelor degree (2.2 grade or higher).
Prospective candidates should complete an application form for this course on-line. Qualified applicants may be invited for interview. Selection is based on the candidates understanding of and motivation for a career in public relations. Those completing their primary degree this year may be offered a place subject to attaining a 2:2 honours degree.
Possession of a laptop personal computer will be a pre-requisite of the programme.
The following English language proficiency tests and scores are acceptable:
- ETAPP: C1 (or higher)
- TOEFL Paper Based Test (DIT Code 0281): 550
- TOEFL Computer Based Test (DIT Code 0281): 213
- TOEFL Internet Based Test: 92
- IELTS Score: 7.0
- GCE O Level English: Grade C
- GCSE English: Grade C
- Irish Leaving Certificate Ordinary Level: Grade D
- Norwegian Vitnemal: Grade Average 4
- Pearson PTE Academic 62
- Cambridge English Language Examinations: 180+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 175 in each skill and use of English i.e.
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): Grade C (CEFR Level C1 or C2)
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): Grade C (CEFR Level C1 or C2)
- Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE): Grade A (CEFR Level C1)
Tuition
EUR
13,500