Social Policy (Online) HDip

Online University College Cork College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences

Full time & Part time September Other 1 year full time, 2 years part time

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Anthropology Education Politics & Government Psychology Social Work Sociology Education Public Policy Social Psychology Social Theory Social Work Cork Ireland Online

About the course

The Higher Diploma in Social Policy (online) is a conversion course giving a foundation in the field of social policy for graduates who do not hold a social science degree. It can be studied full-time over one year or part-time over two years.

The course is delivered online. It provides a flexible approach to study for students with employment and/or care responsibilities; as well as those restricted geographically.

The course sets social policy in the context of the social sciences. The course is particularly relevant to those who want to apply for professional postgraduate courses in social work, e.g. Master of Social Work.

Entry Requirements

The Higher Diploma in Social Policy (Online) is open to graduates who do not already possess a BSocSc (Hons) Degree.
This is a conversion course and is designed for graduates of any discipline who may be interested in pursuing further study in the fields of social policy or social work.
The minimum entry requirement is an Ordinary Bachelor’s degree (Level 7) or equivalent.

Fees

The EU fee for this course is €5,330; €2,730 (Year 1 Part-time); €2,665 (Year 2 Part-time).

The Non-EU fee for this course is €10,700.

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