Dublin,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
B.S.S. Honours (Level 8) - Social Studies in Dublin 2 Ireland | Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
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Dublin 2 Ireland
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
28,250
(c. USD32,906.45)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Social Studies program is a specialized degree tailored for aspiring social workers who possess the necessary personal qualities and drive for this profession.
This qualification merges academic social science education with practical social work training. Upon completion, graduates qualify to register with CORU (Irish Social Work Registration Board), opening doors to diverse social work opportunities across Ireland. Registration also enables graduates to pursue careers in the UK and other international locations.
Social work focuses on assisting individuals across different circumstances and environments. Clients may include offenders (both youth and adults), families, elderly individuals, those with physical or mental health challenges, homeless populations, unemployed individuals, ethnic communities, Travellers, and people struggling with substance abuse. The fundamental goal of social work is to empower individuals to improve their quality of life within their communities through problem-solving support.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have completed a high school qualification equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate. General matriculation requirements include pass grades in English, mathematics and a language other than English. Additional requirements may apply for some courses.
- TOEFL: Internet based 90 (with a written score of 21).
- University of Cambridge: 180+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 175 in each skill and use of English i.e. Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2), Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2), First Certificate
- Grade A (CEFR Level C1); IELTS: (Academic version) 6.5 (no individual band below 6)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) - PTE Academic: a minimum score of 63 (with no section score below 59).
Tuition
EUR
28,250