Sociology & Data Analytics

Key programme benefits to future students

The combination of high level training in research methods and robust exposure to core topics in Sociology and the Social Sciences will set graduates up for a wide variety of careers in both the Public and Private sector.



Students will learn how to understand the role of social relations in the structuring of world society.



Students will learn how to understand key ethical issues in conducting sociological and social science research as well as developing key data analysis skills utilising up to date methodology and software.

Autumn Modules

• Qualitative Research Methods 1

• Quantitative Research Methods 1

• MSc Dissertation Workshop Proposal



Optional Modules

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 | Sociology of Families and the Life Course | Selected Issues in Gender, Culture AND Society.



Spring Modules

• Quantitative Research Methods 2

• Qualitative Research Methods 2



Optional Modules

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 | MSc Dissertation Research module.



Summer Modules

• Dissertation

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.



WHAT TO INCLUDE WITH YOUR APPLICATION:

Qualification transcripts and certificates

A copy of your birth certificate or passport

A copy of your CV

If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice.

If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided:

English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts AND

English language competency certificate

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time, on-campus.

Autumn

Graduate careers

Opportunities for the graduates exist in research in the public, the voluntary and the private sectors.