Bsc Social Science

University College Dublin International Study Centre

Social Sciences students explore society and how people behave as individuals and in groups. The four- year BSc Social Sciences is a new social sciences degree developed for students who want to explore a diverse array of social sciences subjects. Throughout your degree, you study core modules in your chosen subjects along with optional modules in a variety of social sciences subjects. You will gain a deep understanding of each subject you choose to study and develop real world skills in research, communication and leadership. You may additionally apply for an internship, or study abroad for a year or a semester. You will learn to analyse, criticise and challenge beliefs and assumptions – including your own.Studying Social Sciences at UCD provides a transformative educational experience that will inform you about the world around you, develop your research skills, teach you to analyse and evaluate information and train you to present that information in a compelling and useful way. The degree is aimed at students who wish to understand the complexities of the social world and environment past and present. Choosing this degree will enable you to develop skills that are in high demand and provide you with a strong foundation for a wide range of careers in public and voluntary sectors, industry, education, media and business and postgraduate study.We provide a learning environment that supports and encourages the development of critical thinking, problem solving and research skills. We encourage students to adopt a reflective approach to our subjects, and endeavour to provide the basis for meaningful engagement with course content through the use of independent reading, critical thinking, real-world examples, case studies, fieldwork and practical projects. Students’ learning is supported by lecturers and tutors who are committed to excellence in teaching and are academic specialists in their own fields.