22 Sociology Masters in Ireland

Master in Sociology (Applied Social Research)

This is a one-year, full-time, or two-year part-time postgraduate degree. The course focus is on sociological research methods, and the intention is to produce graduates ready to embark on research careers in the private, public, voluntary or academic spheres.

Master in Anthropology

The postgraduate programme in Anthropology is an integrated taught / research programme, leading potentially to a PhD. However, students may elect (or be required) to stop at earlier stages, thereby earning a Higher Diploma or an MA.

Master in Philosophy and Sociology on Global Ethics

Global Ethics is the first programmatic area being developed within the joint programmes of the School of Sociology and Philosophy. The MA and Postgraduate Diploma in Philosophy and Sociology address the ethical dimensions of globalization.

Master in Rights & Social Policy, MSocSc

The MSocSc (Rights & Social Policy), provides advanced study in key and often challenging issues facing social policy today. It provides an opportunity for critical study in the application of social policy theory and methodology to policy and practice.

Master in Community Education, Equality and Social Activism (CEESA)

This course brings together experienced activists in community education and social movements with newcomers interested in social justice to create new knowledge and develop alternatives. Will you join us on this learning journey?

Master in Sociology

University College Cork

The Department is offering a range of courses in the field of sociology, focusing on sociological theory , the sociology of contemporary Ireland , and the sociology of culture and media.

Master in Society and Space (Masters)

National University of Ireland, Maynooth

This is a full time on year course that aims to provide graduates and policy makers with the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to enable them to undertake analyses of social and spatial changes within modern western society, specifically contemporary Ireland. Taught jointly by the Department of Geography, the Department of Sociology, and the National Institute for Regional and Spatial Analysis (NIRSA), the course brings together leading social science researchers in Ireland with an international reputation in their fields, and offers an advanced introduction to social science, human geography and sociology research.

Master in Applied Social Studies

National University of Ireland, Maynooth

Providing academic progression to academically & professionally qualified students in youth and community work with three years post-qualifying experience in the field.

Master in Community & Youth Work

National University of Ireland, Maynooth

Integrated programme of education and training in community work and youth work, for graduates of social science and related disciplines

Master in M.P Lan Planning and Sustainable Development

University College Cork

The M.Plan (CKE69) is a two year taught course that prepares graduates for professional careers in town and country planning, regional and spatial planning, sustainable and related environmental fields.

Master in Marketing, Consumption & Society

University of Limerick

This MSc aims to provide candidates with a comprehensive marketing education through an exposure to key theoretical tenets of the field coupled with a reflective engagement on the interface between marketing and the nature of consumption in contemporary society.

Master in Gender, Culture & Society

University of Limerick

This new MA programme, offered for the first time in 2009-10, has been designed specifically to cater for students interested in the interdisciplinary study of gender in culture and society. Students can opt for modules offered by several departments in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, and may choose to specialise in historical, socio-political or literary / cultural approaches to gender.