MSc Politics and Data Science in Belfield Ireland | University College Dublin

The MSc in Politics and Data Science is designed to examine how generative AI, LLMs, and machine learning are reshaping political systems while addressing their ethical considerations. This forward-thinking program welcomes students from various disciplines who wish to investigate the convergence of political studies and modern data science.

Coursework thoroughly examines how generative AI and LLMs are transforming political communication, voter sentiment analysis, and governance strategies. With strong emphasis on the moral and social consequences of these innovations, the curriculum provides students with analytical tools to understand data science's role in influencing political messaging and governance across different political systems.

Offering two specialized tracks, the program accommodates diverse educational backgrounds. The first pathway introduces social science students to sophisticated data science techniques, particularly focusing on LLMs and machine learning applications in political research. The alternative track, designed for technically-oriented learners, concentrates on political theory and research methodology while incorporating data science practices.

DURATION: 1 Year / 2 Years