Social Justice, Policy and Professions

The Department's undergraduate honours degree programme are:

  • Bachelor of Social Science (professional qualification in Community Work and Youth Work)
  • Bachelor of Social Science (Social Policy)

The post-graduate masters level programmes are:

  • Master of Social Science Community Work and and Youth Work (professional qualification)
  • MA in Applied Social Studies (MAASS) - not offered in 2021
  • Master of Social Science  (MSocSc Rights and Social Policy)
  • Master of Social Science in Social Work (professional qualificartion) - Currently open for applications, Closing date 1st February 2022

At doctoral level the  Department offers both a structured PhD and a four-year Doctor of Social Science (DSocSc)

For further information on our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes, please see Course Finder information below or visit our Undergraduate Students or Postgraduate Students pages

The Department has also offers a number of NUI certificate programmes, which are generally offered on an outreach basis, sponsored by community based partner organisations.​ More information can be found by visiting our Research & Engagement page.