Cork,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Sociology of Development and Globalisation in Cork Ireland | University College Cork
University College Cork
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Cork Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
17,000
(c. USD19,586.72)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Our cutting-edge MA in Sociology of Sustainability and Global Challenges examines the worldwide spread of poverty and inequality while investigating alternative development approaches. This Sociology of Development and Globalisation program consists of two components, featuring instructional modules along with a 20,000-word thesis. Designed for professionals seeking advancement and fresh career prospects, this program equips students for either doctoral research in social sciences or careers across diverse fields such as:
media, government, education, social work, healthcare, public sector, non-governmental organizations
Participants cultivate analytical and critical-thinking abilities within a vibrant academic environment. The Department regularly welcomes renowned guest lecturers and organizes numerous intellectual gatherings, including the annual Theory and Philosophy Summer School at UCC every May, offering students valuable networking and learning experiences.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
To apply for this course, you will have:
A minimum of a Second Class Honours Grade I in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) or equivalent honours degree in sociology, law, politics, psychology, history, applied social studies, anthropology, geography, economics, the study of religions, media studies, communication, government, public policy, development, environment and planning, criminology, European studies, women studies, early childhood studies, cultural studies, political studies, international relations or another subject relevant to the Sociology of Development and Globalisation
A relevant Second Class Honours Grade II in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) will also be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) subject to a written expression of interest and/or interview acceptable to the Department of Sociology selection committee.
In exceptional circumstances, substantial professional experience in a relevant and related field of development may be accepted as compensating for the absence of an undergraduate degree to the required standard.
IELTS - 6.5 Overall with 6.0 Individual Skills (academic version).
TOEFL iBT - 90 Overall with (Listening 20, Reading 19, Speaking 21, Writing 20)
A minimum of a Second Class Honours Grade I in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) or equivalent honours degree in sociology, law, politics, psychology, history, applied social studies, anthropology, geography, economics, the study of religions, media studies, communication, government, public policy, development, environment and planning, criminology, European studies, women studies, early childhood studies, cultural studies, political studies, international relations or another subject relevant to the Sociology of Development and Globalisation
A relevant Second Class Honours Grade II in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) will also be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) subject to a written expression of interest and/or interview acceptable to the Department of Sociology selection committee.
In exceptional circumstances, substantial professional experience in a relevant and related field of development may be accepted as compensating for the absence of an undergraduate degree to the required standard.
IELTS - 6.5 Overall with 6.0 Individual Skills (academic version).
TOEFL iBT - 90 Overall with (Listening 20, Reading 19, Speaking 21, Writing 20)
Tuition
EUR
17,000