Data Protection and Privacy: Law and Computing
Dublin City University (DCU) · Dublin, Ireland
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Dublin City University (DCU) · Dublin, Ireland
Data Protection and Privacy: Law and Computing
Postgraduate · Law
About this programme
The digital economy has experienced immense growth, transforming personal data processing into a lucrative global industry. To address this, the European Union introduced the General Data Protection Regulation in May 2018, aiming to harmonise data protection laws and protect the privacy rights of EU citizens . The GDPR introduces significant changes to the ways in which personal data must be collected, stored, and processed, making data privacy an essential concern for businesses, internet users, lawyers, and public bodies alike . In recognition of the growing importance of data protection and privacy, the School of Law and Government and the School of Computing at DCU have joined forces to offer an interdisciplinary MA in Data Protection and Privacy Law. This innovative programme combines the University's expertise in law and computing to provide students with advanced knowledge of the technological and legal aspects of data protection and privacy law, preparing them to navigate the c
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Law
- Duration
- 4 years
- Tuition
- €17,100 / year
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
- Intake
- September
Visa
- Visa required
- Student Visa (Stamp 2)
- Application fee
- EUR 60
- Processing time
- 8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (3)
- Government of Ireland International Education ScholarshipsFully funded · Deadline March each year
- Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship ProgrammeFully funded · Annual: October
- DCU International Student ScholarshipsPartial funding · Standard admission deadlines