Sociology & Data Analytics
Subjects taught
Full Time Programme Content:
Autumn Semester
Core Modules:
• Qualitative Research Methods 1
• Quantitative Research Methods 1
• MA Dissertation Workshop Proposal
Electives (Choose 1):
• Researching Social Exclusion
• Life Chances: Stratification, Inequality, and Mobility in Contemporary Society
• Sociology of Popular Culture 2
• Introduction to Sociological Criminology
• Contemporary Issues in Sociological Thought
Spring Semester
Core modules (Choose 1):
• Quantitative Research Methods 2
• Qualitative Research Methods 2
Electives (Choose 1):
• Quantitative Research Methods 2
• Qualitative Research Methods 2
Elective (Choose 2):
• Researching Social Exclusion
• Life Chances: Stratification, Inequality, and Mobility in Contemporary Society
• Sociology of Popular Culture 2
• Introduction to Sociological Criminology
• Contemporary Issues in Sociological Thought
Summer Semester
• Dissertation
Part Time Programme Content:
Year 1
Autumn Semester
Core modules:
• Quantitative Research Methods 1
• Qualitative Research Methods 1
Spring Semester
Core modules:
• MSc Dissertation Proposal Workshop
Elective modules (Choose 1):
• Researching Social Exclusion
• Life Chances: Stratification, Inequality, and Mobility in Contemporary Society
• Sociology of Popular Culture 2
• Introduction to Sociological Criminology
• Contemporary Issues in Sociological Thought
• Urban Sociology and Stratification of Place
• Sociology of Families and the Life Course
• Selected Issues in Gender, Culture and Society
Summer Semester
• MSc Dissertation - PT Summer 1
Year 2
Autumn Semester
Core modules:
• Quantitative Research Methods 2
• Qualitative Research Methods 2
Elective modules (Choose 1):
• Urban Sociology and Stratification of Place
• Sociology of Families and the Life Course
• Selected Issues in Gender, Culture AND Society
Spring Semester
Elective module (Choose 1):
• Researching Social Exclusion
• Life Chances: Stratification, Inequality, and Mobility in Contemporary Society
• Sociology of Popular Culture 2
• Introduction to Sociological Criminology
• Contemporary Issues in Sociological Thought
• Urban Sociology and Stratification of Place
• Sociology of Families and the Life Course
• Selected Issues in Gender, Culture and Society
Summer Semester
• MSc Dissertation - PT Summer 2
Entry requirements
The basic requirement is a first or second-class Honours degree in sociology or a cognate area or an approved equivalent qualification or an equivalent capability based on prior substantial relevant experience (Primary Degree: Level 8- National Qualifications Authority of Ireland). Applicants may be required to submit a portfolio of work and undergo an interview.
Application dates
How to apply:
1. Choose your programme.
2. Check closing date for the programme.
3. Apply online at www.ul.ie
4. Have your supporting documentation ready to upload.
5. Pay the application fee (€35 online / €40 bank draft or cheque).
6. Submit your application.
What to include with your application:
Qualification transcripts and certificates
English language qualification if English is not your first language
Certified English translations of your transcripts/certificates where the originals are in a language other than English.
A copy of your birth certificate/passport
Duration
1 year full-time or 2 years part-time.
Post Course Info
Key Fact:
This MA programme is designed for those seeking careers in social research in government agencies, voluntary-sector organisations, private enterprises and academia.