Irish Social Science Data Archive
The Irish Social Science Data Archive (ISSDA) is Ireland’s leading centre for quantitative data acquisition, preservation, and dissemination. Based at UCD Library, its mission is to ensure wide access to quantitative datasets in the social sciences, and to advance the promotion of international comparative studies of the Irish economy and Irish society.
Help
Visit our Help section for:
- FAQs relating to access, receipt of the datasets, and analysis;
- Information Flyers about ISSDA;
- links to Other Data Archives;
- and Researcher and Teaching Resources.
Accessing Data
3 Simple Steps to Apply for Data
- Identify the dataset(s) you require.
- Complete the ISSDA Data Request Form for Research Purposes or ISSDA Data Request Form for Teaching Purposes. (This form is requested by the data providers.)
- Send the signed consent form by email.
Data can be delivered online or via post. If you have any queries regarding the above, please contact us at issda@ucd.ie
