301 Master's degrees in Social Sciences in Ireland
Comparative Social Change
The Comparative Social Change programme of Trinity College Dublin is offered jointly by the Department of Sociology and the School of Sociology at University College Dublin to develop students’ knowledge of the main currents of social change today, the social, cultural and economic forces which are driving them and the different forms they take across states.

Asian Studies
The Asian Studies course at University College Cork provides a global academic context for understanding the rise of East Asia. On this programme we will equip you with a unique set of abilities to engage with the cultural, historic, economic, and political fabric of Asia.
Structural and Geotechnical Engineering
The MSc in Structural and Geotechnical Engineering at Trinity College Dublin is a specialist course aimed at Engineering graduates who wish to pursue a career at the top level of Structural Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering.
Education, Children and Youth
The MSc Education, Children and Youth at University College Dublin is an interdisciplinary programme specialising in research, policy and practice relating to children and young people.
International War Studies
The MA in International War Studies at University College Dublin is a two-year, dual programme offered by UCD School of History and the University of Potsdam whereby students will spend the first year of the course at the University of Potsdam and their second year at UCD. This programme builds on long-standing research collaboration between the two universities.
Gender Studies
This Gender Studies MA programme from UCD School of Social Policy, Social Work and Social Justice has become one of the most established programmes of its kind in Ireland with a strong international reputation for feminist, queer, sexualities and masculinities scholarship, teaching and engagement in public policy and activism.
Art Therapy
Art Therapy from Munster Technological University aims to equip Art Therapy practitioners with a range of therapeutic skills and interventions to work with both individual and group clients in a range of health and community settings.

Sociology of Sustainability and Global Challenges
The innovative Sociology of Sustainability and Global Challenges course at University College Cork analyses the globalisation of poverty and inequality and explores alternative strategies of development.
Psychotherapy
The MA in Psychotherapy program from Dublin Business School offers a postgraduate qualification which meets requirements for professional training for individuals interested in training as humanistic and psychodynamic psychotherapists in the integrative model.

Economic Science
The Economic Science programme from Maynooth University provides an accelerated route to the equivalent of an honours degree in economics.
European History
The MA European History (UNICA) at University College Dublin is a stimulating two-year interdisciplinary, comparative Master’s programme which offers the choice between partner universities in five European capitals – Dublin, Berlin, Paris, Rome, and Vienna.

Social Policy and Social Justice (Online)
This Social Policy and Social Justice (Online) master degree delivered by the University College Cork is designed to cater flexibly to your life and is suitable for people with employment and care responsibilities. Full-time and part-time options enable you to choose a mode of study that is appropriate to your life circumstances.

Community Research
The Community Research course from University of Limerick is a collaborative approach to investigating real-world issues that matter to communities.
Experimental Archaeology and Material Culture
The MSc in Experimental Archaeology and Material Culture at University College Dublin will provide a comprehensive course of university learning and experience in experimental archaeology and material culture analysis.

Social Policy
This Social Policy degree delivered by the University College Cork sets social policy in the context of the social sciences. The course is particularly relevant to those who want to apply for professional postgraduate courses in social work, e.g. Master of Social Work.
International Political Economy
MSc International Political Economy at University College Dublin explores the international trade, monetary and finance systems, the processes of globalisation, the impact of emerging economies, and the causes and consequences of economic underdevelopment.

Health Psychology
The Health Psychology programme at University of Galway is delivered by a team of leading Health Psychology researchers and practitioners. You'll develop knowledge and skills to understand and apply psychology in promoting health, preparing you for diverse career paths in research, healthcare, and beyond.

Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
This Science in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology programme from South East Technological University provides the student with an in depth and comprehensive course of study in applied sport and exercise psychology designed to help enhance the sports participation and performance of athletes and coaches.

Child and Family Health and Wellbeing
In this Child and Family Health and Wellbeing program at Dublin City University, you’ll explore child and family healthcare during online and in-person lectures, and gain knowledge and skills to boost your employability and career prospects.

Spanish for Teaching at Post Primary Level
The Spanish for Teaching at Post Primary Level programme from Maynooth University aims to provide domestic and international candidates with an opportunity to complete the subject-specific credits they require in order to be able to submit themselves for accreditation through the Teaching Council of Ireland.