Graduate Programmes
Graduate education is an integral part of UCD's mission and the university is committed to offering programmes that are at the cutting edge of research and scholarship.
The School of Sociology at UCD is the largest such school in Ireland and is an excellent place for graduate studies. With 16 full-time staff and approximately 1,300 students - including more than 50 postgraduate students - the school plays a very significant role in the development of sociology in Ireland. The graduate programmes in sociology are a central part of the school's activities.
As Ireland's capital city, Dublin's thriving and cosmopolitan atmosphere makes it a popular choice for graduate study. It offers a very vibrant social life and first-rate cultural amenities. The vast social changes that have occurred throughout Irish society in the last decade also provide enormous research opportunities for students.
Masters and Grad Dip Programmes
Online applications for the Masters programmes open in October each year. Applications close by the end of June each year. Non-EU applicants who require a student visa should submit their applications by end of March. Please see General Information and Application Requirements for full details.
- MSc Global Solutions
- (opens in a new window)MSc Comparative Social Change
- (opens in a new window)MA Race, Migration & Decolonial Studies
- MSc Social Data Science
- (opens in a new window)MSc Sociology
- (opens in a new window)MA Sociology
PhD and Research Masters (MLitt) Programmes
PhD and MLitt applications are considered throughout the year. Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 1st of April. Please note your intention to apply for a scholarship in your PhD application.
- PhD and Research Masters (MLitt) in Sociology
- PhD Studentship in Social Impact Assessment of Bioenergy and Bioeconomy Development in Ireland
The College of Social Sciences and Law runs a number of collaborative or Thematic PhD programmes. Application timelines may vary so please check the details for the specific programme. One programme with which the School of Sociology is linked is: