308 Master's degrees in Social Sciences in Ireland
Gender and Women's Studies
The Gender and Women's Studies programme of Trinity College Dublin provides a critical understanding of the current scholarship on the position and representation of gender in society.
Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
The Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology program offered by Setanta College is an unique programme that has been designed in association with a panel of leading experts from the sport, health & fitness industries.

Law - Policing, Crime and Security
The Law - Policing, Crime and Security programme at Dublin City University explores the theory and practice of policing; criminology, crime analysis, criminal procedure; contemporary global security issues.
Media and International Conflict
This MA programme in Media and International Conflict at University College Dublin is designed to enable students to develop understanding of the ways in which media interact with war, international conflict and security.
Addiction Recovery
Addiction Recovery from Griffith College is an ICHAS (Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences) programme. ICHAS are responsible for its delivery & all academic matters pertaining to it

Anthropology
The Anthropology programme at Maynooth University is an advanced degree in socio-cultural anthropology in which students are given a comprehensive introduction to the theoretical underpinnings of the discipline, a block of modules that open up and explore the conceptual and methodological core of the discipline, and a series of specialised modules that show the range of socio-cultural anthropology

Therapeutic Interventions for Alcohol and Other Drugs
The Master of Science in Therapeutic Interventions for Alcohol and Other Drugs at the Atlantic Technological University aims to provide those working in the areas of Nursing, Health and Social Care to effectively deal with drugs and alcohol issues.
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.

International Public Policy and Diplomacy
The International Public Policy and Diplomacy degree delivered by the University College Cork is an innovative, interdisciplinary, taught master’s course that provides graduates with the expertise required for successful careers in international policy environments.

Sociology
The Sociology offered by Maynooth University aims to provide high quality research training in a lively intellectual atmosphere.

Psychology
This intensive Psychology course from Maynooth University is designed to provide a pre-professional qualification equivalent to a bachelor degree in psychology and, as such, offers a conversion route for graduates who hold an honours degree in Psychological Studies or equivalent.

Child, Youth and Family Studies
The Child, Youth and Family Studies programme from South East Technological University provides learners with a range of critical and analytical tools to enable them to manage and lead services that develop the potential of children, youth and families and envision new possibilities for better service provision in the sector.
Applied Psychology
The programme Applied Psychology from Dublin Business School will provide learners with an insight into the field of applied psychology, thus developing the competencies and skills required to relate theory to practical applications. The learner will explore various theories of psychology that will enable them to understand human behaviour from individual, social and biological perspectives.

Criminology, Criminal Justice and Human Rights
The Criminology, Criminal Justice and Human Rights programme at University of Galway prepares graduates to take a leading role in advancing justice, human rights, and criminal law reform.
Literature and Culture
The MA in Literature & Culture is our flagship MA programme in English-language Literature and Culture at University College Dublin. Students work with leading international scholars and world-class teachers, who have expertise in a wide range of areas, from the literature of the Middle Ages to the modern and contemporary.
Applied Psychology
The Applied Psychology programme of Trinity College Dublin is designed to provide students with a thorough appreciation of issues in applied psychology, knowledge of the skills required to apply psychology effectively, and a detailed understanding of their chosen focus of application.
Applied Social Research
The Masters course in Applied Social Research from Trinity College Dublin is particularly well placed to adapt to these changes. The course does not involve any large group teaching or require specialised teaching facilities.
International Development
The International Development program offered by University College Dublin is designed to provide you with an interdisciplinary understanding of the process of development by bringing together expertise in politics, economics, agriculture, political economy and other areas.
Childrens Literature
The Childrens Literature programme of Trinity College Dublin offers an exciting opportunity to study a wide range of children's literature – a broad category that encompasses everything from picture books through to Young Adult fiction.
Journalism and International Affairs
This unique new Journalism and International Affairs programme from University College Dublin is a one-year programme that combines practical training in audio, video, digital, and social storytelling with academic expertise in international affairs.