You will develop an understanding of key issues in society, the relationship between theory and research, and a variety of research designs and processes: qualitative, quantitative and comparative designs. You will also acquire conceptual and practical skills necessary to evaluate policies, while learning how to assess different approaches to managing a team or organisation and finding solutions to simulated events.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2026
Belfield Campus
Belfield, Dublin 4,
Belfield,
Dublin,
D04 V1W8, Leinster, Republic of Ireland
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2027
Belfield Campus
Belfield, Dublin 4,
Belfield,
Dublin,
D04 V1W8, Leinster, Republic of Ireland
A minimum of a 2.2 Honours in primary degree in an appropriate field. These include Humanities, Social Sciences or Social Policy or Social Work.
Transcripts from your primary degree.
A personal statement of around 4-500 words explaining why you would like to receive an offer of a place on this programme. This should include a brief account of any relevant professional experience.
Names and contact details for two referees.
You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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