Masters Degrees in Social Work, Ireland

The Master of Social Science (Social Work) (MSocSc Social Work) is a full time two year programme for suitable graduates who want to pursue a career in social work. Read more

The Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work Studies (PGDSWS) is a two-year full-time course that combines academic study with fieldwork placements. The PGDSWS course is accredited by the Health and Social Care Professionals Council (CORU). Read more

The Master of Social Work (MSW) is a two-year full-time course that combines academic study with fieldwork placements. The MSW course is accredited by the Health and Social Care Professionals Council (CORU). Read more

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. Read more

Social work is challenging and rewarding and requires a personal commitment to the ideals and values of the social work profession. Read more

The Postgraduate Diploma in Youth Work is ideally suited to enthusiastic, fun-loving, critical-thinking, and creative people who are motivated to impact… Read more

Interested individuals are encouraged to make an informal approach to the Department to discuss their proposal and establish an initial fit between their interests and the Department’s research priorities and expertise. Read more

This course will equip students with the skills required to engage in their statutory responsibilities under the new legislation relating to the protection and welfare of children. Read more

On the LLM (Children's Rights and Family Law), you will be exposed to the law and theory on child and family law in Ireland and internationally. Read more

This course will equip students with the skills required to engage in their statutory responsibilities under the new legislation relating to the protection and welfare of children. Read more

The focus of the MA is to qualify practicing teachers and other professionals to become qualified guidance counsellors. The professional Guidance Counsellor… Read more

This national, multi-disciplinary, in-service course is sponsored by the Child and Family Agency and is aimed at experienced, professionally qualified personnel… Read more

Students interested in registering for the M.Sc. programme must initially register for the Postgraduate Diploma (see  here  for separate entry under Postgraduate Diplomas). Read more

Only University Accredited Course of its kind in Ireland. Child Protection issues are becoming increasingly prevalent to all professionals who work with paediatric patients. Read more