12 monthsProgramme duration
16,700 EURTuition Fee/year
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Sociology
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
This full-time, one year course analyses social policy relating to contemporary issues facing Ireland, Europe and the wider world. The course gives you the theoretical and practical skills to engage in social research and policy analysis. As part of this course, you can specialise in the social policy area of your choice. The delivery of the programme is innovative, discussion-led and seminar-based to encourage the active participation of the group.
The MSocSc (Social Policy) core modules include:
- Contemporary Social Policy Issues
- Social Research: Methodology and Ethics
- Social Policy Analysis
Students are also required to conduct a piece of social research and submit a 25,000-word thesis.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Sociology
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
This full-time, one year course analyses social policy relating to contemporary issues facing Ireland, Europe and the wider world. The course gives you the theoretical and practical skills to engage in social research and policy analysis. As part of this course, you can specialise in the social policy area of your choice. The delivery of the programme is innovative, discussion-led and seminar-based to encourage the active participation of the group.
The MSocSc (Social Policy) core modules include:
- Contemporary Social Policy Issues
- Social Research: Methodology and Ethics
- Social Policy Analysis
Students are also required to conduct a piece of social research and submit a 25,000-word thesis.
Admission Requirements
To apply for this course you will need a Second Class Honours Grade II in a primary honours degree in Social Policy (NFQ, Level 8) or equivalent. Applicants with other relevant degrees in the broad areas of the humanities and social sciences (sociology, philosophy, politics and government, social care, social work, early childhood studies, public health, history, law, economics, archaeology, anthropology, theology) and/or relevant experience, e.g. extensive experience in the areas of community activism, youth work, social work, trade union activism and development work will also be considered.
Applicants who do not meet the normal academic or experience requirements may also be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) following a review of their individual qualifications and experience by the course commitee, at which they must satisfy the course commitee of their ability to fulfil the academic requirements of the programme. The review will consist of an interview by the course commitee and an evaluation of the applicant’s prior relevant experience and understanding and knowledge of social policy. Such applications are subject to the approval of the College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences.
Students who have gained an award of the Higher Diploma in Social Policy, or the CACE Higher Diploma in Facilitating Inclusion (Disability Studies), will also be considered eligible to apply to undertake the MSocSc (Social Policy).
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