Maynooth,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSOCSC Community and Youth Work in Maynooth Ireland | Maynooth University
Maynooth University
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Maynooth Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
16,000
(c. USD18,475.68)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The MSoc Sc in Community and Youth Work combines rigorous academic study of contemporary societal challenges with professional training for careers in community development, youth services, and related fields including equality advocacy, human rights, and international development. This program fosters a collaborative learning environment that bridges theory and practice, equipping students to drive social change, influence policy, advocate for communities, and empower youth. Recognized by the North South Education and Training Standards Board for youth work and the All Ireland Endorsement Body for Community Work, this degree delivers accredited professional qualifications in both disciplines.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Application for entry to the MSoc Sc CYW programme is open to those who have:
1. A minimum Second Class Honours (2H2) primary degree (NFQ Level 8). (Those holding other primary degrees may be also considered in light of their experience and personal studies).
2. Experience of / a demonstrated interest in work with communities, youth organisations or projects, minority groups, social movements or international development. Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level.
IELTS - 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each band; TOEFL internet-based test iBT: 90 with no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in all other sections; Pearson Test of English - 63 with no less than 59 for each item in the Communicative Skills section; Duolingo English Test (DET) - 120 with no less than 110 in literacy, conversation, and comprehension subscores and no less than 95 in production. (This lower production subscore applies to non-EU applicants only), Cambridge Proficiency Cert. - 176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English. Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); Cambridge Advanced Cert. - 176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); ETAPP - C1 or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2); Oxford Test of English - 140 with no less than 125 in each skill; Trinity College London ISE - ISE III with at least merit in each skill category.
Tuition
EUR
16,000