Sociology & Data Analytics

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

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.

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

1 year full-time or 2 years part-time.

Key Fact:
This MA programme is designed for those seeking careers in social research in government agencies, voluntary-sector organisations, private enterprises and academia.