BSc (Hons) in Social Sciences in Politics and International Relations in Limerick Ireland | University of Limerick

University of Limerick | Limerick Ireland
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR 16,400
(c. USD19,049.75)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

The Bachelor of Science in Social Sciences focuses on cross-disciplinary learning, enabling students to integrate three academic fields. This program pairs with a data science foundation, highlighting data proficiency, methods for gathering and organizing information, and techniques for extracting data from digital platforms. Learners will also have the chance to conduct independent social science research guided by a specialist in the field.
Participants will gain hands-on experience through Cooperative Education Placements and can study internationally via UL's renowned Erasmus and Exchange initiative. These off-campus components offer exceptional developmental prospects, equipping students with practical professional skills while immersing them in diverse cultural settings.
Politics and International Relations cultivates critical thinking about global systems. If you're curious about current events, question societal structures, and ponder potential changes, this UL program might suit you. You'll develop research methodologies, analytical capabilities, and practical application skills. The curriculum explores Ireland's and Europe's global roles, political decision-making processes, international state relations, societal ideals, and methods for evaluating social systems.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

CAO points history - 454
Minimum grades -Applicants are required to hold at the time of enrolment the established Leaving Certificate (or an approved equivalent) with a minimum of six subjects which must include: Two H5 (Higher level) grades and Four O6 (Ordinary level) grades or Four H7 (Higher Level) grades. Subjects must include Mathematics, Irish or another language, and English.
Subject requirements - Note: Grade F6 in Foundation Mathematics also satisfies the minimum entry requirements. Foundation mathematics is not reckonable for scoring purposes.
In addition, there is a special requirement in Mathematics for those studying Economics.
IELTS - Minimum score of 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any component.
TOEFL- (paper based) - 580.
TOEFL- (internet based) - 90.

Tuition EUR 16,400

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