Dublin,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
ProfCert Programming for Social Scientists in Belfield Ireland | University College Dublin
University College Dublin
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Belfield Ireland
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Qualification
Postgraduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
3,300
(c. USD3,865.06)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
4 months
The UCD School of Politics & International Relations stands as Ireland's most established and extensive institution in its field, boasting over 150 years of political studies expertise and an internationally acclaimed faculty from diverse nations.
The Professional Certificate in Programming for Social Scientists offers foundational training in computer programming through Python, currently ranked as the world's third most popular programming language and the top choice among data professionals. Widely regarded as an ideal first programming language, these skills enable automation of routine tasks like file management, web scraping, or creating innovative social science models.
This program equips graduates with valuable programming competencies for roles in public administration, policy research, electoral operations, advocacy organizations, and government agencies. Moreover, blending social science knowledge with data science technical skills creates a distinctive advantage for professionals joining analytics teams across business, nonprofit, or technology sectors.
DURATION:4 Months / 4 Months
NEXT INTAKE:2024/2025 September
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A primary degree with at least Second Class Honours Grade 1 2H1 in a relevant subject such as political science international relations social science sociology history geography economics global studies public policy development studies EU studies law 2H1 is equivalent to 60 per cent B minus or 3.08 GPA in American system B or 3.00 GPA
Your application will be considered on its individual merits and relevant professional experience will also be taken into account
English language requirements applicants whose first language is not English should have met TOEFL IELTs or computer-based TOEFL requirements 600 6.5 or 250 respectively or the Cambridge English Test Certificate in Advanced English at a minimum of Grade B or Certificate of Proficiency in English at Grade C
Your application will be considered on its individual merits and relevant professional experience will also be taken into account
English language requirements applicants whose first language is not English should have met TOEFL IELTs or computer-based TOEFL requirements 600 6.5 or 250 respectively or the Cambridge English Test Certificate in Advanced English at a minimum of Grade B or Certificate of Proficiency in English at Grade C
Tuition
EUR
3,300