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Research programmes at UCD

Master's Level Research Degree Programmes

Master’s level research aims to develop in the student the skills and competencies required to conduct research and may, but does not necessarily, result in the creation of new knowledge.

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Doctoral Level Degree Programmes

A doctoral degree (NFQ level 10) is awarded where the outcome of the research makes an original and substantial contribution to knowledge. UCD offers two doctoral degrees:

Research Priorities

UCD has a focus on 4 strategic themes, which address critical global research challenges:

  • Creating a Sustainable Global Society 
  • Transforming Through Digital Technology
  • Building a Healthy World
  • Empowering Humanity
Taught Graduate Programmes

Taught Graduate Programmes

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Application process

Explore the application process for research programmes at UCD
Colleges and Schools

View information on graduate study and research across all of UCD's Colleges and Schools
Graduate Prospectus

View the graduate prospectus with details of all graduate taught and research programmes at UCD
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Research programmes video overview

Watch a 3-minute overview of research programmes at UCD by Dr Emer Cunningham, Head of Graduate Research and Strategic Development

UCD Graduate Studies

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