UCD Graduate Studies

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MSocSc Global Migration and Cultural Differences

Duration: 1 Year/ 2 Years	Leading and largest School of Sociology in Ireland Specialised, cutting-edge tuition in issues concerning racism, migration, identity, human rights, ethnicity, multiculturalism and ethnoracial politics. Most of our modules take place on one day a week allowing maximum flexibility for both full and part time students (Tuesday / Wednesday). Leading scholars and specialists in the field of race and migration sociology
Schedule: Full Time & Part Time
Starting: September 2012
Contact Name: Linda Vines
Contact Number: +353 (0)1 716 8674
Fees: Fee Information

Admissions

The MSocSc programme in Global Migration and Cultural Difference has been specifically designed to provide advanced interdisciplinary training in race/ethnicity, identity, and migration and to prepare students for career opportunities in a wide variety of diversity-related areas.

We are the largest and leading school of Sociology in Ireland. We offer a diverse variety of exciting modules, taught by taught by leading and experienced writers in the discipline and are complemented by the activities of such institutions as the Migration and Citizenship Research Initiative, the Social Science Research Centre, the Geary Institute and the Humanities Institute of Ireland.

The School of Sociology is a vibrant, academic community with excellent facilities. Our faculty and postgraduates come from all corners of the world which strengthens our ties to the international sociological community and fosters a dynamic and innovative research culture. The School of Sociology prides itself in providing a friendly small group teaching environment for undertaking graduate studies. Students from UCD, students from other Irish colleges, mature students, and international students all mix to share and create a vibrant and convivial atmosphere.

Students will undertake independent research as part of their thesis will have regular one-to-one support from a sociologist who has academic experience relevant to their topic. We also provide specialised workshops that provide students with the skills necessary to undertake independent research.

University College Dublin is one of the leading universities in Ireland. It is currently developing state of the art recreational facilities including a new concert venue, theatre, swimming pool, and student centre. It is located in one of the most exciting and dynamic cities in Europe. More information on the campus and facilities is available from University Relations.