317 Master's degrees in Social Sciences in Ireland

Applied Linguistics and Intercultural Studies
The Applied Linguistics and Intercultural Studies programme from Maynooth University is a one-year full time (or two-year part time) taught programme and is offered on a full-time basis using a combination of faculty-student contact hours and self-directed learning and research.
Archaeology
The Archaeology program offered by University College Dublin is the discipline of things, exploring how people in the past created unique societies through their construction, use and perception of landscapes, plants, animals and things.
International Human Rights
On this International Human Rights programme at University College Dublin you will acquire specialised and in-depth knowledge and understanding of international human rights law, political theory of rights and international relations relating to human rights.

Health and Social Inclusion
Are you passionate about health and social inclusion? Do you want to learn how to help break down barriers impacting marginalised communities? Join this Health and Social Inclusion program at Dublin City University

Security, Intelligence and Strategic Studies
The Master in Security, Intelligence and Strategic Studies at Dublin City University aims to provide you with the knowledge and skills to analyse these issues in our highly interconnected world.

Climate Change - Policy, Media and Society
Dublin City University's MSc in Climate Change - Policy, Media and Society is unique in Ireland in its focus on the social sciences and humanities, on media, policy, law, governance, regulation and politics.

Psychology
This Psychology degree degree delivered by the University College Cork is a conversion course to psychology for students with degrees in subjects other than psychology or with psychology as a minor subject. Completion of the Higher Diploma in Psychology effectively converts your degree to the equivalent of an honours degree with psychology as the main subject.

Psychology (Conversion) - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year Psychology (Conversion) - Pre-Master's Programme from OnCampus Ireland at University of Limerick offers successful students guaranteed progression* to a range of partner universities.

Social Care and Social Justice
Social Care and Social Justice at the Atlantic Technological University offers students the opportunity to critically analyse social care and social justice and explore its applications to a range of service and user groups to enhance their capacity to act as a force for progressive social change.

International Relations
The MA in International Relations at Dublin City University is designed to provide you with the tools to understand our rapidly changing world and the long list of challenges and opportunities we’re facing.
Applied Positive Psychology Well-being and Health
The Applied Positive Psychology Well-being and Health program offered by Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland is designed for professionals across various industries such as healthcare, education, finance, retail, IT, government, professional services and others who are interested in the application of positive psychology.
Welfare and Justice
At the Welfare and Justice program offered by University College Dublin you will develop an understanding of key issues in society, the relationship between theory and research, and a variety of research designs and processes: qualitative, quantitative and comparative designs.

Community and Youth Work
The Community and Youth Work programme from Maynooth University integrates advanced study in challenging issues facing society today with accredited professional education for key roles in community development, youth work, and associated equality, human rights, international development, local development, local authority, national institutions, and international agency work.

Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology
This Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology programme from the University of Limerick goes beyond traditional sport psychology and focuses on performance restoration, resilience and mental health.
Autism Studies
The Autism Studies program from Mary Immaculate College is accredited by the University of Limerick and are delivered as a partnership between Mary Immaculate College and Middletown Centre for Autism.
Childhood Studies
Childhood Studies 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.

Archaeology - Human Osteoarchaeology
The Archaeology - Human Osteoarchaeology degree delivered by the University College Cork is designed to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of and practical training in human osteoarchaeology: the analysis of human skeletal remains from archaeological contexts.
Communication and Media
The Communication and Media programme at University College Dublin is designed for students who wish to explore a wide range of contemporary issues in media and communication studies in depth.
Politics and International Relations
The Grad Dip Politics and International Relations at University College Dublin is designed to accommodate the scheduling needs of working professionals in government, journalism, the NGO sector and other areas who wish to deepen their education in politics and international relations whilst continuing their employment.
Applied Community Led Development for Wellbeing
Applied Community Led Development for Wellbeing from Munster Technological University programme is tailored for those passionate about community development and wellbeing. With a focus on real-world application and alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals 2030, this programme equips you with the essential skills to make a tangible impact.