Don't miss our weekly Masters newsletter | Sign up now Don't miss our weekly Masters newsletter | Sign up now
Full time & Part time September MA Full-time: 1 year; Part-time: 2 years
Education (11) Sociology (33)

FindAMasters summary

The MA Sociology programme at UCD offers an exciting opportunity to expand your sociological knowledge and research skills. Through small seminars and workshops, you will delve into a wide range of sociological topics, from social simulation to migration and financialisation to gender. The programme is designed for both recent graduates and professionals seeking to enhance their social analysis skills. With options for full-time or part-time study, you will join an international community of postgraduate students and receive individual supervision for your independent research project. The programme's strong reputation prepares you for diverse careers in policy analysis, media, community development, and more. Entry requirements include a degree in sociology or a related discipline, though relevant professional experience will also be considered.

About the course

Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 90)

The MSc/MA Sociology programme expands your sociological knowledge and competence to enable you to conduct social research to the standards required in professional settings. You will enjoy small classes organised as seminars and workshops in preparation for carrying out a substantial independent research and writing project under individual supervision.

Read more about this course

Entry Requirements

Applicants should normally have a primary degree in sociology or social science, or a closely related discipline. A Second Class Honours Grade One (2:1) or higher is required but Second Class Honours Grade Two (2:2) standard or equivalent may be considered. Applicants who do not meet the academic requirements but can confirm professional qualifications and/or experience will be considered. Applicants may be called for an interview.

View Website for full details




 Course Content

Visit institution website

Where will I study?

Where is University College Dublin

Videos



Student Profile

Anita Tuesley

I took a Joint Major in Sociology and Social Policy as a mature student, finishing in 2017. I was so fascinated with the discipline of Sociology and impressed with the teaching at UCD that I decided to go straight on to the taught masters in Sociology. This was one of a range of options in the field, with others being more specialised. There are many modules to choose from that can sculpt the masters into one that would suit a preferred path or career, and there is a focus on research skills. Classes are small, so that learning takes place in a seminar type setting with strong support from the lecturers, and full participation expected. This has been a very rewarding experience, living up to expectations and more.

Scholarships

Dr Mary Kelly was a long-serving member of the UCD School of Sociology who died in 2010. Mary researched and taught across a range of topics, including sociology of the media and, more recently, environmental sociology, and over the course of her career, she made an enormous contribution to the School, and to the many students she taught and supervised. This Fund is an opportunity to celebrate Mary’s memory and her contribution to Sociology, to UCD, and to Irish society generally.

The Mary Kelly Bursaries comprise an award of €2,000 towards university fees to students who have been accepted to one of the School of Sociology taught masters programmes. Up to two bursaries will be awarded to incoming master's students (limited to full-time EU students in one-year 90 credit programmes).

Value of Scholarship(s)

The Mary Kelly Bursaries comprise an award of €2,000 towards university fees

Eligibility

Applicants who have applied to and have received a full offer of a place on their chosen programme may submit a completed bursary application form (provisional and/or conditional offers are not accepted)
The bursaries are only available to EU students registering full-time for one-year on a 90 credit programme.
Bursaries will be paid in two tranches - at the beginning of 1st and 2nd semesters
Awards may not be deferred

Application Procedure

Applications Comprise the Following Information:
The applicant’s academic record to date;
A description of the applicant’s research interests, the social impact of this research and how it relates to the advancement of the discipline of Sociology (max: 300 words)
A personal statement outlining your background and motivation for pursuing a graduate degree in Sociology. (max: 300 words).


Find out more

Search Suggestions

Based on your current searches we recommend the following search filters

Course Suggestions

Based on your current search criteria we thought you might be interested in these

Sociology
University of Bath

Sociology - MA
Lancaster University

MA - Sociology
University of Warwick