Explore Bachelor of Sociology and Social Policy at Trinity College Dublin
Discover the unique Bachelor of Sociology and Social Policy program at Trinity College Dublin, delving into social theory, social policy, and social research. Uncover topics like poverty, inequality, homelessness, and more, with modules focusing on social policies and sociology theories that shape society. Prepare to address pressing social issues and make a difference in the world through this engaging degree.
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BA in Sociology and Social Policy TR083 School of Social Sciences and Philosophy, School of Social Work and Social Policy Director of Sociology and Social Policy
Bachelor of sociology and social policy (TR083) 4 Year Degree Course Award: BA Sociology and Social Policy Points 487 in 2017 Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Why study sociology and social policy? Curious about social and economic policy issues around the world? Searching for a course that demands both academic and vocational qualities? Interested in understanding society, its social problems and have a desire to make a difference? Then Sociology and Social Policy is the degree for you. It s a unique programme which combines the study of social theory, social policy and social research. Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Some topics covered on course What are the causes of poverty and how many people live in poverty in Ireland? Is Ireland an unequal society relative to others? Why are people homeless? Is there state discrimination against ethnic minorities in Ireland? What is the relationship between crime and social policy? Why do we not have free health services in Ireland? Does politics matter do political parties have different approaches to social policy? Can social movements change society? How do we care for our ageing population? Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Studying social policy Social policy modules will enable students to answer some of the following very topical questions: What are social policies and why do we need them? What types of social policies are there? Who makes social policy and who benefits from social policy? who provides and who pays for social policies? Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Studying sociology The sociology modules introduce students to the theories that explain social behaviour and relationships: Gender, family and Society Power, State and Social Movements Race, ethnicity and Identity Social Stratification and Inequalities Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Who takes this course? School Leavers Mature Students International students Visiting students Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Schools within Trinity BA Sociology and Social Policy provided by: School of Social Work and Social Policy in conjunction with School of Social Sciences and Philosophy Political Science Economics Sociology Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Year 1 Modules: Introduction to Social Policy Introduction to Sociology Introduction to Political Science Introduction to Economics or Introduction to Economic Policy Two out of following: Law Maths / Statistics Introduction to Psychology A language module- French/ German/ Russian / Polish Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Year 2 Modules: Irish Social Policy (health, housing, children, crime) Introduction to Social Research Social Theory Two other modules: Approved Modules/Trinity Electives Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Year 3 Modules: Researching Society Life Courses and Evolving Welfare States Families, Youth and Society Three additional modules from Approved Modules/Trinity Electives ERASMUS STUDY ABROAD OPTION Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
YEAR 4 Modules: Sociology and Social Policy dissertation Ageing Societies Poverty, Inequality and Redistribution Conflict Studies Social Networks and Digital Lives Labour Markets, Gender & Institutions Migration, Motilities & Integration Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Career Options with Sociology & Social Policy Directly related: Voluntary Sector/NGO s e.g. Policy Adviser Aid/Development Youth work Social Care Work; Social Work Community Work e.g. Community Development Officer Public Sector e.g. Civil Service, State Agencies and Bodies Social Research e.g. ESRI, Geary Institute Market Research client or agency side Research/Academia Related: Marketing/PR/Advertising Human Resources Primary Teaching European Administration Journalism/Media Management/Management Consultancy Opportunities open to all disciplines: e.g. IT, Accountancy, Medicine Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Employers Health Service Executive NGO s Department of Social Protection St Vincent de Paul Ballymun Regeneration Barnardos Focus Ireland Migrant Rights Centre Simon Community Focus Ireland Rehab Centre Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Sociology & Social Policy Destinations Further study Institutions: DIT Aungier St Further study: Addiction studies Dun Laoghaire VEC Diploma in Law TCD Graduate Entry Medicine University College Dublin Master in Social Work/Social Work UCD Smurfit Higher Diploma in Psychology Other Irish Institutions MSc in Applied Social Research MSc Global Health MSc Human Resource Management MSc in International Politics Tutor Training Course Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Post-Graduate Study within Trinity MSc in Applied Social Research Masters in Social Work M Phil / PhD in Social Policy or Sociology Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
HOW TO APPLY COURSE Code: TR083 School Leavers Apply through CAO Deadline Feb 1st Mature Students (23 +) Apply through CAO And Trinity Admissions Office Deadline Feb 1st Selection by interview Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
