Social Policy (MSocSc)

Western Road, Cork, IE, Cork, Ireland

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# 301-375QS Subject Rankings

12 monthsProgramme duration

16,700 EURTuition Fee/year

1Scholarships

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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

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

Cambridge CAE Advanced

176+

TOEFL

90+

PTE Academic

63+

IELTS

6.5+

Bachelor GPA

2.7+

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).

Program Duration

1 Year

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic

Starts from

6,130 EUR

International

Starts from

16,700 EUR

Scholarships

The FDC Group Scholarships MSc Sustainable Dev., Agri-Food and Co-operatives

Master Open

Value

100% tuition fee waiver

Deadline

20 Aug 2026

Application requirements

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Social Policy (MSocSc)

Western Road, Cork, IE, Cork, Ireland

# 301-375QS Subject Rankings

12 monthsProgramme duration

16,700 EURTuition Fee/year

1Scholarships

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