Qualification : MASTER OF SOCIAL SCIENCE
Award Type and NFQ level : TAUGHT MASTERS (9)
CAO/MU Apply code : MHB55
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Closing Date : 30 June 2025
The MSoc Sc in Community and Youth Work integrates advanced study in challenging issues facing society today with accredited professional education for key roles in community development, youth work and associated equality, human rights, international development, local development, local authority, national institutions and international agency work. The programme provides an opportunity to engage in education and training in a dialogical environment, combining research and praxis for action, policy influence and advocacy and participation in shaping society and facilitating young people to reach their potential.
MSocSc in Community and Youth Work part-time, in-service programme (MCYWP) innovative design and block and blend delivery mode offers a unique opportunity for practitioners to combine work and post-graduate study to achieve a professional qualification in community work and youth work.
Online information sessions on 6th July and 10th August.
Professional Endorsement:
The MSoc Sc in Community and Youth Work is endorsed by the North South Education and Training Standards Board as a professional qualification in Youth Work and by the All Ireland Endorsement Body for Community Work as a professional qualification in Community Work.
Commences
November 2024
For more information see: https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/applied-social-studies/news/msocsc-community-work-and-youth-work-part-time-service-programme-mhb55
Application for entry to the MSocSc CYW programme is open to those who have:
1. A minimum second class honours (2H2) primary degree (NFQ Level 8) to have entry requirements in line with MSW & MRSP. (Those holding other primary degrees may be also considered in light of their experience and personal studies).
2. Experience of/a demonstrated interest in work with communities, youth organisations or projects, minority groups, social movements or international development. Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level.
Minimum English language requirements:
Applicants for whom English is not their first language are required to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study. For information about English language tests accepted and required scores, please see here. The requirements specified are applicable for both EU and International applicants.
Maynooth University's TOEFL code is 8850
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The programme in line with all postgraduate professional qualifications takes place over two years full-time or three years part-time in service. Students undertake a full-time professional fieldwork placement lasting fourteen weeks in each year.
The MCYWP's innovative design and block and blend delivery mode offers a unique opportunity for practitioners to combine work and postgraduate study to achieve a professional qualification in community work and youth work.
Online information sessions on 6th July and 10th August.
Five x 3-day blocks on campus and weekly evening online sessions.
Online application only. To make an application please click here.
To apply for your chosen postgraduate study at Maynooth University, please ensure you have the following documents to make an application:
- Evidence of your primary degree
- Academic transcripts
- A copy of your passport
- A personal statement
- An academic letter of recommendation
- A professional letter of recommendation
Applicants for whom English is not their first language are required to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study. For information about English language tests accepted and required scores, please see here. The requirements specified are applicable for both EU and International applicants.