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UCD SOCIAL
SCIENCES
UNDERGRADUATE
PROSPECTUS 2021
SOCIAL SCIENCES DN700
University College Dublin ECONOMICS DN710
Ireland's Global University PSYCHOLOGY DN720
SOCIAL POLICY & SOCIOLOGY DN750
SUSTAINABILITY DN240
Contents Welcome.............................................................................................................................1 What are Social Sciences?...............................................................................................2 Why Social Sciences in UCD........................................................................................... 3 Research............................................................................................................................. 4 Study Abroad......................................................................................................................5 Graduate Study and Careers.......................................................................................... 6 Social Sciences Undergraduate Degree Options........................................................ 8 BSc Social Sciences........................................................................................................... 9 Internships....................................................................................................................... 10 Studying Social Sciences with a Language.................................................................. 11 DN700 BSc Social Sciences Thematic Pathway Computational Social Science.......................................................................................12 Economics, Mathematics and Statistics..................................................................... 14 Philosophy, Politics and Economics.............................................................................16 Two subject combination (majors) Archaeology......................................................................................................................17 Economics Joint Major................................................................................................... 20 Geography....................................................................................................................... 22 Information and Communication Studies................................................................. 24 Mathematics.................................................................................................................... 26 Philosophy....................................................................................................................... 28 Politics and International Relations............................................................................30 Social Justice.................................................................................................................... 32 Sociology..........................................................................................................................34 Statistics........................................................................................................................... 36 DN750 BSocSc Social Policy & Sociology Social Policy and Sociology..........................................................................................38 DN720 BSc Psychology Psychology....................................................................................................................... 42 DN710 BSc Economics Economics Single Major................................................................................................44 DN240 BSc Sustainability 46 Social Sciences, Policy & Law....................................................................................... 47 Environmental Science and Engineering....................................................................48 How to Apply................................................................................................................... 50 Scholarships and Grants................................................................................................ 50 Events Calendar...............................................................................................................51
Welcome
In the College of Social Sciences, we lead the way with the broadest and most diverse
Social Sciences programmes in Ireland offering innovative social sciences education and
research to address the critical, social, political, cultural and economic concerns of our
time.
This combined with UCD’s global reputation with high university provides through the range of societies and clubs on offer, among
rankings across subjects and ranking in the top 1% of universities other things. You can experience this all with a diverse group of
overall worldwide, makes Social Sciences in UCD a top choice for students who come from over 139 countries.
students looking to study these disciplines.
When it comes to the end of your time in your Undergraduate
We offer five undergraduate programmes: degree, you will be joining UCD’s 288,000 alumni who can be
found in almost 170 countries. Studying UCD Social Sciences
• BSc Economics [Three Years]
will prepare you for diverse careers across many sectors. At UCD,
• BSc Psychology [Three Years] you will be empowered to explore opportunities and to find your
future. Our students gain invaluable critical skills and agency that
• BSocSc Social Policy & Sociology [Three Years]
will help you navigate the rapidly evolving labour market.
• BSc Social Sciences [Four Years]
I hope that your time in UCD Social Sciences will be a period of
• BSc Sustainability Social Sciences, Policy and Law [Four academic and personal growth and look forward to welcoming
Years] you.
Your time in studying Social Sciences in UCD will benefit from
our progressive methods of teaching and learning which take
a collaborative and supportive approach. Our internationally
renowned academics will bring their research and expertise into
the lecture hall, which will enable you to develop strong research Professor Colin Scott,
and analytical skills. Each step of your academic journey will Dean of Social Sciences
be supported by our College team, our academic advisers, our Principal, UCD College of Social Sciences and Law
student advisers and your peer mentor group. Vice President for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, UCD
Third level education is about more than just what takes place
in your lectures and tutorial. We hope to broaden your horizons
by enabling you to study abroad in your third year and take an
internship where your programme allows you to. You will also
benefit from the extensive extracurricular activities which UCD
UCD Social Sciences 1
What are
Social Sciences?
How do social, cultural,
political and economic
forces shape our lives and
the world in which we live?
Why do people
Why do people behave the way
vote the way they do?
they do?
What behaviours
What precipitates mitigate climate
economic growth? change?
Research and education in the social sciences directly impacts the way we in
Ireland, and further afield in Europe and the rest of the world, view, interpret
and make decisions towards a better society.
Social Sciences students explore how people behave as individuals and in human groups - from families and teams to companies and
government agencies. Social Sciences investigate the development of societies - past, present and future by combining quantitative
data, such as social and economic statistics, with qualitative methods, such as interviews and focus groups. Social Sciences research
has transformed our understanding of how societies function, how they are governed, how we work, how and where we live, how
we communicate and how we learn. Studying Social Sciences at UCD, you will learn to analyse, criticise and challenge beliefs and
assumptions - including your own. The major social sciences subjects at undergraduate level in UCD include:
Information &
Archaeology Geography Communication Philosophy Economics
Studies
Politics and
Psychology Social Justice Social Policy Sociology
International Relations
Analysing data is a key skill for social scientists and Mathematics and Statistics are available to combine with social sciences subjects
as part of UCD's social sciences degree.
2 UCD Social Sciences
Why
Social Flexible Curriculum
UCD leads the way with the broadest and most diverse
Sciences
Social Sciences programmes in Ireland offering innovative
social sciences education and research delivered by
internationally renowned lecturers to address the
critical, social, political, cultural and economic
concerns of our time. The curriculum can be
in UCD?
adapted to your personal preferences through the
flexibility of taking optional modules through
UCD Horizons.
World Leading Subject Rankings
UCD is currently ranked within the top 1% of institutions worldwide.
UCD is highly ranked for social sciences in all the main international
rankings of universities. UCD is among the top universities in the world
for the following subjects:
Information and
Library Management
Archaeology
Politics and International Studies
Geography
Social Policy and Administration.
Support
Network
UCD and the College of Social
Sciences and Law provide
extensive support to incoming
students. Each first year student is
assigned a peer mentor, and there
are dedicated student advisers for
every programme on hand to make your
time at UCD as fulfilling and enjoyable as
possible.
The services and supports available for
student welfare and mental health encompass
a range of services including the Student
Health Service, the Student’s Union, the Student
Counselling Service and our Chaplaincy centre.
Additional university-wide learning supports include
the Maths Support Centre, the Writing Centre, Library
network and IT services - all of which will help ensure a
smooth transition to third-level study.
UCD Social Sciences 3
Social Sciences
Research
Social sciences research has transformed our understanding of how societies
function. UCD Social sciences research directly impacts the way we view,
interpret and make decisions towards a better society.
The scope of social sciences research addresses questions youth well-being; migration; sustainable development and
relating to Ireland, the EU and other international regions. behavioural sciences. Students will have opportunity to work
Areas of research expertise within UCD social sciences include with internationally renowned academics by completing research
regulation and governance; leadership; identity; conflict and skills modules and research projects over the duration of their
inclusion; ethical public policy; human development; child and undergraduate studies.
Undergraduate Research and Enquiry
WHAT WILL I LEARN? CURRENT UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH PROJECTS
Students studying social sciences at UCD will develop strong • Impact of wealth and population on Olympic success
research skills and will: • What factors influence feelings of personal safety?
• Work with leading Irish researchers • World Bank development projects and internal
• Work with data to understand social and economic displacement
problems • Economic development and obesity
• Critically evaluate others’ research work • Effect of Brexit on Ireland-UK trade
• Present and communicate research results. • Media & quality of US democracy in Trump era
• Undertake independent research on a local, national or • One parent households and child educational performance
global issue of interest to them.
• Has quality of life in Ireland declined since 2008?
Throughout your degree, you will develop your research skills
• Human Computer Interaction
and learn to analyse, evaluate and present your knowledge
in a compelling and useful way, with advanced training and • Information and digital literacy
research opportunities available during your final year.
What our Students Say
The sociology component of my degree has allowed
me to develop practical research skills and a critical,
analytical and informed world-view. I have studied
gender, crime, migration, housing inequalities,
work, culture, masculinities, social stratification
and classical and contemporary theory.
Jake Ryan
Sociology Student
4 UCD Social Sciences
Study
Abroad
The UCD College of Social Sciences and Law
encourages our students to participate in
Why Study exchange programmes abroad. These include
Abroad? Erasmus exchanges to universities within Europe
and university-wide exchanges to distinguished
universities around the world. In an increasingly
complex global age, studying abroad provides an
international context for your studies, allowing you What our Students Say
to benefit from a transformational experience in the I met friends for life on my year abroad in
wider world. Studying abroad provides you with a Singapore who I speak to daily. I learned
unique opportunity not only to enrich your academic how to be more independent and I feel like
education but also to gain invaluable intercultural, there's nothing I can't do now. I could not
language and social skills. recommend doing a year abroad enough!
Niamh Simmons
Psychology Major - studied for a year
abroad at Nanyang Technological University,
All UCD Social Sciences degrees support students Singapore
to apply for study abroad opportunities. Students of
BSc Psychology, BSc Economics and BSocSc Social
Policy and Sociology may apply for a year abroad in Who can
a partner university, extending their degree from 3 to Study
4 years and leading to the award of a BSc or BSocSc Abroad?
International degree.
Students of BSc Social Sciences may apply for
a trimester or a year study abroad opportunity
depending on their subject or pathway choices
as one of the third-year options offered in their
four-year degree. Check subject pages for more
information available for each subject.
You can study abroad even if you don't
speak a foreign language. UCD has exchanges
Where can with Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the
I study? UK and the US as well as English Speaking
opportunities in Asia and Europe. Where What our Students Say
exactly you can go to study abroad is
dependent on the combination of subjects you Having the opportunity to study in an
international and diverse university for my
study. You can check subject pages for more
year abroad, while also being immersed in
information available for each subject. a very different culture, has enhanced my
understanding of international societies and
policies. This has deepened my knowledge of
my field of study at UCD, as well as helped in
shaping my career prospects for the future.
Rebecca Westman
You apply for study abroad the year before
you go. You will be invited to an information How do I Economics & Social Policy Major
Year spent at KU Leuven, Belgium
session in Year 2 and receive guidance on how apply?
to apply.
UCD Social Sciences 5
Social Sciences
Graduate Study
There is no limit to where a social sciences degree can take you You may also choose to convert your undergraduate degree with
in your future career. You may undertake a Masters related to a Higher Diploma or Master's in a brand new discipline. Graduates
a discipline you studied in your undergraduate degree, such as in social sciences subjects can apply directly to selected Master's
international relations, experimental archaeology or behavioural degrees in Law, Business and Computer Science as well as many
economics. A social sciences degree also allows you to progress to other disciplines.
a range of interdisciplinary Master's degrees in fields such as public
See below for a sample of Master’s degrees open to Social
policy, cognitive science, criminology, human rights, geopolitics,
Sciences students in UCD. Visit subjects pages to find out how to
development studies, equality studies, digital information
specialise in your chosen social sciences subject area and to find
management, urban environment, world heritage management
out more about your subject-specific graduate study and career
and more.
options.
Civil and Public Service Business and Finance
Master of Public Policy MSc Management
MSc European Governance MSc Project Management
MA/MSc Politics & International Relations MSc Strategic Management
MSocSc Race, Migration & Decolonial Studies MSc Supply Chain Management
MSc Digital Policy MSc Human Resource Management
MSc World Heritage Management & Conservation MSc Marketing Practice
MSc Marketing
Non-Governmental Organisations/Not-for-Profit Sector
MSc Behavioural Economics
MA Geopolitics & the Global Economy
MA/MSc International Development Law and Society
MSc Equality Studies Masters in Common Law
MSc Environmental Policy LLM European Law & Public affairs
MSc Geographies of the Global South MSc International Law & Business
MSc Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development MSc Human Rights
MSc Criminology & Criminal Justice
Technology
MSc Computer Science
MSc Data Analytics
MSc Digital Information Management
MSc Information Systems
MSc Digital Innovation
MSc Social Data Analytics
6 UCD Social SciencesSocial Sciences
Careers
Graduates of UCD social sciences progress to careers in You'll find more detailed information relevant to each discipline
government, NGOs, the media and businesses as economists, on the subject pages in this prospectus.
policymakers, environmentalists, activists, information managers,
UCD provides career support to students throughout their time
HR managers, entrepreneurs, journalists, statisticians, urban
in UCD including career coaching and opportunities for personal
planners, archaeologists, librarians, secondary school teachers,
and professional development through the University's Career
social workers, researchers and many more professions across the
Development Centre. Find out more at www.ucd.ie/careers
public and private sectors.
Politics and Policy Non-Governmental Organisations/Not-for-Profit Sector
Politician Corporate Social Responsibility
Lobbyist Human Rights Lawyer
Policy Analysis International Agencies
Diplomatic Service Humanitarian NGOs
Public Affairs Consultant Environmental Policymaking
Government Social Researcher International NGOs
Media Strategist Policy and Environmental Consultancy
Campaign Manager Charity Sector
Media and Communications Public and Civil Service
Journalism Foreign Affairs
Communications Public Sector Management
Broadcasting Health Service Management
Print and Online Media Semi-State Bodies
Public Relations Government Agencies
Public Affairs Heritage Management
Publishing
Business and Finance/Human Resources
Knowledge Management Analysis
Management Consultancy
Information Management
Marketing and Advertising
Education and Research Recruitment
Secondary School Teacher Business Analytics
University Lecturer Banking and Finance
Academia Insurance
Social Researcher Corporate Social Responsibility
Research Analyst Market Research Analyst
Data Analyst
UCD Social Sciences 7Social Sciences
Undergraduate Degree Options
September 2021 entry
Making the Right Choice
There are five degrees in social sciences in UCD. Each degree has a separate CAO code.
BSc BSocSc BSc BSc BSc
SOCIAL SCIENCES SOCIAL POLICY & PSYCHOLOGY ECONOMICS SUSTAINABILITY
SOCIOLOGY
4 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 4 years
DN700 DN750 DN720 DN710 DN420
The four-year BSc in This three-year The three-year BSc The three-year BSc The four-year BSc
Social Sciences is a BSocSc Social Policy in Psychology is a in Economics is a in Sustainability is a
social sciences degree & Sociology degree professional degree Single-Major degree unique multidisciplinary
developed for students is a Joint Major in accredited by the for students who are course that combines
who want to explore a Social Policy and Psychological Society focused on studying only the economic,
diverse array of social Sociology. This degree of Ireland. You study economics as a single environmental and
sciences subjects. was previously named Psychology in UCD as subject. Graduates often social dimensions of
Throughout your degree, the BSocSc in Social a single subject degree progress to further study sustainability, enabling
you study core modules Science. Graduates only. Graduates often to become Economists. specialisation in one
in your chosen subjects often progress to further progress to further When you apply for this of those dimension
along with optional study to become social study to become Clinical degree via the CAO, complemented by
modules in a variety of workers and related Psychologists. When you you choose DN710 BSc knowledge and skills
social sciences subjects. professions. When you apply for this degree via Economics. from the others. When
There are options to apply for this degree via the CAO, you choose you apply for this
change your subject the CAO, you choose DN720 BSc Psychology. degree via CAO you
choices at the end of DN750 BSocSc Social choose DN420 BSc
first year if you wish. The Policy and Sociology. Sustainability.
course map shows what
subject combinations
you can choose.
Leaving Certificate Leaving Certificate Leaving Certificate Leaving Certificate Leaving Certificate
Minimum Entry Minimum Entry Minimum Entry Minimum Entry Minimum Entry
Requirements Requirements Requirements Requirements Requirements
Grade H5 in two subjects Grade H5 in two subjects Grade H5 in two subjects Grade H5 in two subjects Grade 02/H6 in
and a minimum of Grade and a minimum of Grade and a minimum of Grade and a minimum of Grade Mathematics
O6/H7 in the remaining O6/H7 in the remaining O6/H7 in the remaining O6/H7 in the remaining 06/H7 in Irish, English, and
four subjects. 06/H7 four subjects. 06/H7 four subjects. 06/H7 four subjects. 06/H7 in 3 other recognised subjects
in English, Irish and in English, Irish and in English, Irish and English and Irish, H5 in
Mathematics. Mathematics. Mathematics. Mathematics.
8 UCD Social Sciences Go to page 50 to view all entry routes into these degrees. BSc Social Sciences DN700
With the four-year Social Sciences degree, you choose DN700 at CAO and then select
your preferred option below. Your subject choices are guaranteed. There are options to BSc Social Sciences
change subject choices at the end of first year if you wish.
Choose one of these four options:
Computational Economics, Mathematics Philosophy, Politics
Two Subject Combination
Social Science & Statistics & Economics
TWO SUBJECT COMBINATION
MAJOR/MINOR
JOINT MAJOR
With a Major/Minor degree, such as
You study an equal number of modules
Archaeology with Art History, you study
in both subjects, such as Archaeology
substantially more modules in your
and Economics.
Major subject, that is, Archaeology.
Studying Archaeology Studying Economics Studying Geography Studying Information &
Communication Studies
as a Joint Major with one as a Joint Major with one as a Joint Major with one as a Joint Major with one
of the below: of the below: of the below: of the below:
Economics Sociology Politics & Archaeology Sociology
Archaeology International Archaeology Sociology
Geography Mathematics Relations Economics Mathematics
Economics Mathematics
Information & Geography Sociology Information &
Communication Social Justice Communication Social Justice
History Mathematics Geography Social Justice
Studies Studies
Philosophy Statistics Information & Philosophy Statistics Philosophy Statistics
Communication Social Justice
Politics & Studies Politics &
International International Politics &
Relations Philosophy Statistics Relations International
Relations
OR with one Minor subject OR with one Minor subject OR with one Minor subject
OR with one Minor subject
Art History Irish Folklore Chinese German English History
Music Irish
Celtic Civilisation Chinese Irish Geology Irish
Greek & Roman Greek & Roman
Irish Linguistics
Civilisation Civilisation
Geology
Studying Politics and
Studying Philosophy Studying Sociology Studying Social Justice
International Relations
as a Joint Major with one as a Joint Major with one as a Joint Major with one as a Joint Major with one
of the below: of the below: of the below: of the below:
Archaeology Sociology Archaeology Philosophy Politics & Archaeology Philosophy
Archaeology International
Economics Mathematics Economics Sociology Relations Politics &
Economics International
Geography Social Justice Geography Social Justice Economics Mathematics Relations
Information & Information & Geography Social Justice Geography Sociology
Communication Statistics Communication Statistics
Information & Information &
Studies Studies
Communication Statistics Communication
Politics & Mathematics Studies Studies
International
Relations OR with one Minor subject Philosophy
You can also study
OR with one Minor subject Linguistics Irish OR with one Minor subject selected social sciences
Chinese Irish Chinese Italian Art History German subjects as part of a
degree in Law or a degree
Greek Linguistics French Spanish English Irish
in Arts and Humanities.
German Linguistics Italian Visit www.myucd.ie to
find out more.
UCD Social Sciences 9Years 3 & 4 Opportunities DN700
There are many opportunities and benefits available to students within the structure of
BSc Social Sciences to explore their interests and develop valuable skills depending on BSc Social Sciences
their subject or pathway choices.
INTERNSHIP STUDY ABROAD RESEARCH-BASED LEARNING EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Students have the opportunity Students can apply Students will be introduced to a Students will have the
to apply for an optional to study abroad for a range of approaches to learning opportunity to participate in
internship over a trimester trimester or a year in Year that are driven by a process of an engaged learning process
in Year 3 depending on their 3. This transformative inquiry including problem-based where they “learn by doing”
subject choices. Students who experience enhances learning, project work, field-work and then reflect on the
remain on campus will also have awareness of cultural and case studies. experience to develop new
opportunities to become world differences and global skills, attitudes or new ways of
and work ready. citizenship. thinking.
Internship Programme
Social Sciences Internship Programme Why Internships?
The Social Sciences Internship Programme provides students An internship is an experiential learning experience that provides
with the opportunity to apply for an optional internship with a lifelong academic, personal and professional benefits. With an
government agency, not-for-profit organisation or business to internship you can:
gain valuable work experience related to their field of study. A
• apply your skills and knowledge in the real world of work
professional placement enables you to put the knowledge and
skills you acquire in Year 1 and Year 2 into practice and helps • increase your understanding about a particular role or
inform your future career choices. industry sector
• enhance your confidence in a workplace context to ease your
What is an Internship? future transition to professional life
In an internship, you take up a role in an organisation to gain • try out roles and organisations to see what suits you and
work experience for a fixed period of time. Employers value the whether you suit that particular industry or job type
skills and experience gained by graduates who have completed
internships. • increase your awareness of possible roles you may not have
considered
How long is an Internship? • grow your network providing you with opportunities when
you are seeking employment as a graduate and throughout
Internships are offered in Year 3 and involve a one trimester
your future career
placement.
• gain experience in the world of professional work and real-
world organisational dynamics
• demonstrate your skills, ability and attitude to future
employers
What our Students Say
I benefited from the opportunity to meet and learn from
professionals working in my chosen field of study. I gained
invaluable knowledge of what to expect on a day-to-
day basis at the very intersection where theory meets
practical application. This opportunity answered many
of my questions and helped cement my decision
about the career I would pursue after college.
Anthony Byrne
Social Sciences Student
10 UCD Social SciencesStudying Social Sciences
with a Language
Studying Social Sciences with languages on the BSc Social Sciences degree
programme, you will spend Year 3 at one of our partner Universities across the
globe including in France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Mexico, Chile and China.
This exciting pathway combines study in a social sciences discipline In Year 3, you will live and study in another city, immersing yourself in
with the opportunity to study a language. Along with developing a the culture of another country, exploring your social sciences subject in
high standard of language competency, you will enjoy a transformative another environment. You will usually take social sciences modules in the
educational experience that will inform you about the world around you. host language (except Chinese where you will study the Chinese language
In addition to building your proficiency in speaking, writing and listening, along with social sciences modules through English). In your final year,
you will develop greater awareness of the cultures and societies in which you return to UCD and take advanced modules in both your social
the language you are studying is embedded. With the exception of sciences and language subject.
French (H4 in Leaving Certificate or equivalent) and Irish (H3 in Leaving
Optional modules for this pathway will allow students explore social
Certificate or equivalent), you have the option to study these languages
sciences in a global context, gaining insight into comparative social
from beginner level.
science questions and key global issues.
During your first two years, you will take modules in your chosen social
science discipline (Archaeology, Economics, Geography, Information and
Communication Studies, Philosophy, Politics and International Relations
or Sociology) and in your chosen language (French, German, Spanish,
Italian, Irish or Chinese).
MINOR SUBJECT
MAJOR SUBJECT
Chinese French German Irish Italian Spanish
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Careers
The combination of a social sciences discipline and a language opens the Many relevant graduate study opportunities are available at UCD
door to a range of different careers across the public, private and not-for- including Human Rights, European Public Affairs and Law, Modern
profit sectors, including the Irish Civil Service, the European Commission, Languages, Development Practice, European Politics & Policy, Philosophy
International Agencies such as the UN, IMF and World Bank, NGOs, & Public Affairs, Social Data Analytics and Race, Migration & Decolonial
tourism, teaching and multinational and Irish companies. Studies.
UCD Social Sciences 11DN700
Computational Social
Science
Archaeology
Why is this course for me? Study Abroad
Do you want to explore what big data can Trimester-long study opportunities will be
uncover about individuals, social networks offered in a number of European destinations,
and social groups? Big data insights about Canada and Australia.
how people behave are critical, not only for
organisations such as Facebook, Google and
Twitter, but increasingly all organisations in
Internships
both the private and public sector. The new In Year 3, you can apply for an optional
BSc degree in Computational Social Science internship in a range of organisations in the
provides excellent employment opportunities public and private sectors, for example:
for social media companies, but also for
traditional sectors where the analysis of social Social Data Analytics | Data Driven Analytics
and consumer data is ever more important. | Social Networks | Telecommunications |
Strong analytical skills are combined with solid Finance | Healthcare | Travel | Government |
training in social sciences subjects, such as Manufacturing
Sociology, Politics, Economics or Geography.
Our social world is dramatically changing. We Careers & Graduate Skills
are all connected and leave digital footprints
behind. This degree is designed to prepare students
for employment related to the analysis of
Computational Social Science is about social data. Big data related expertise is in What our Students Say
leveraging the power of big data, computer high demand in Information Technology
simulations and social networks to understand Computational Social Science allows me
companies including social media giants such
social phenomena and individual behaviour. to study areas I’m interested in, ranging
as Google, Twitter and Facebook as well as
The new BSc degree in Computational Social from political and sociological studies to
traditional sectors such as Finance, Insurance,
Science is at the forefront of this development the mathematical aspects of research. I
Manufacturing, Retail and Energy.
in Europe. It provides a unique combination of feel computational social science is an
training in computational and social science There is also increasing demand for graduates important, emerging field which combines
subjects. You learn how to understand human who can combine social sciences training social sciences and computer science
social behaviour through data analysis, social with analytical and programming skills by creating a link between the two and
simulation, and mathematical modelling, in Healthcare, Government, Education, thereby providing an understanding of
providing crucial skills for a competitive job Entertainment and Media. The degree leads to a how to interpret social data. This degree
market. Students usually attend lectures and range of graduate study opportunities in social will provide me with the skills and
participate in seminar discussions and lab sciences, social data analytics, political data competencies to understand the ever-
tutorials. Assessment is based on assignments science, statistics or computer science. increasing world of big data, and how
throughout the trimester, small group work, to accurately analyse vast amounts of
individual reports, traditional exams and other information that is being driven by a more
forms of assessment. connected digital space. I know that this
will provide me with many interesting and
If you do not achieve a H4 or higher in Leaving unique opportunities and pave the way for
Certificate Mathematics (or equivalent), a rewarding career.
then you must complete an introductory
Mathematics module in Trimester 1 of your first Saoirse McKenna
year. Computational Social Science student
UCD School of Sociology
www.ucd.ie/sociology thomas.grund@ucd.ie
12 UCDSocial
12 UCD SocialSciences
SciencesComputational Social Science DN700
What will I study?
Year 1 Engage with the Principles
Introduction to Introduction to Plus core modules in any two of the
Statistical Modelling*
Computational Social Science* Programming 1* following subjects:
Sociology
Geography
Linear Algebra 1* Mathematics: Introduction* Information and Social Media Economics
Politics
Year 2 Deepen Your Understanding
Continue with core and option
Calculus 1* Probability Theory* Introduction to Programming 2* modules in your two subjects:
Sociology
Geography
Introduction to Economics
Inferential Statistics* Digital Judgement
Computational Social Science 2* Politics
Many additional specialist options are available in Year 3 and Year 4 and options are reviewed and updated regularly.
Year 3 Refine Your Knowledge
Continue with your two subjects:
Statistical Data Mining Information Ethics Web Multimedia
Sociology
Geography
Economics
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Optional Study Abroad Optional Internship
Politics
Year 4 Further Specialisation
Continue with your subjects:
Quantitative Research Project* Data Analysis for the Social Sciences* Social Dynamics and Networks* Sociology
Geography
Economics
Data Mining Introduction to Creative Thinking Spatial Information Systems
Politics
Advanced Predictive Analytics
*core
BSc Computational Social Science
UCD Graduate Study and Career Opportunities
Specialise with Complementary/Conversion Shape your Career
UCD School of Sociology Master’s Degrees
MSc in Social Data Analytics MSc in Computer Science Data Analyst
MSc in Sociology MSc Quantitative Finance Researcher
MSc Digital Information Management Journalist
MSc Management Programmer
MLitt Sociology
MSc Digital Marketing Consultant
PhD Sociology
Masters in Common Law Civil Servant
PhD Complex Systems and Computational Social
Science MSc in Data Analytics
PhD Quantitative Social Science MSc in Business Analytics
Research & Academia
UCD Social Sciences 13Economics, DN700
DN700
Mathematics and Statistics
Archaeology
Why is this course for me? Study Abroad
If you are interested in Mathematics, Statistics Students may apply to study abroad at
and Economics, then this programme enables international partner universities in third year.
you to shed light on these areas in depth while
US | Italy | Germany | Netherlands | Belgium |
also emphasising how they complement each
Australia
other. Economists employ mathematics to
design theoretical models and use statistics
to test these models and to explore the Internships
tremendous amount of data that is generated In Year 3, you can apply for an optional
by the economy. In turn, the models and internship in a range of organisations in the
data that are part of the study of Economics public and private sectors, for example:
provide an interesting source of applications Broadcasting | Communications | Banking |
for students that have learned mathematical
Finance | Business | Journalism
and statistical skills. You will study Economics,
Mathematics and Statistics, providing you with Careers & Graduate Skills
a solid foundation in all three subjects. You will
also be given the opportunity to specialise in Many students pursue graduate study in
the latter stages of your degree, for example, Economics, Mathematics or Statistics leading
in applied economics, advanced statistics, to Masters and PhD degrees. Both the School of What our Students Say
mathematical modelling of complex processes, Economics and the School of Mathematics and
I always enjoyed maths at school but
or developing “Big Data” skills. Statistics offer Masters programmes aimed at
liked the idea of studying economics
further developing analytical and professional
Through your study you will develop skills and statistics too, given that the three
skills. Postgraduate qualifications are necessary
in data analysis, and be supported in the subjects complement each other and
to work as a professional economist.
development of your analytical and problem- provide variety in my learning. UCD’s
solving skills, as well as in the application of electives offer even more variety, I
these skills to understanding real economic chose a module in Classical studies.
issues. The degree will provide a structured The combination of subjects gives
approach to developing skills of analysis, a thorough knowledge of both the
problem design and resolution using theoretical and practical sides of maths
mathematics, economic theory, data analysis and its applications, making it perfect
and statistical methods. Assessment will be for someone like myself who intends
through a combination of end-of-trimester working in the finance sector. The UCD
written examinations, projects and continuous staff are incredibly helpful when things
assessment. get difficult academically, this support
allows me to continue playing hockey
In order to study this degree, we strongly here in UCD.
recommend that you have at least a Grade
H4 in Leaving Certificate Mathematics or Hazel Hourigan
equivalent. Student
UCD School of Mathematics and Statistics
www.ucd.ie/mathstat mathsandstats@maths.ucd.ie
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What will I study?
Year 1 Engage with the Principles
Introduction to Economics* Calculus* Principles of Microeconomics* Practical Statistics*
Combinatorics & Number Theory* Principles of Macroeconomics* Statistical Modelling* Linear Algebra 1*
Introduction to Programming*
Year 2 Deepen Your Understanding
Intermediate Microeconomics* Probability Theory* Multivariable Calculus* Intermediate Macroeconomics*
Algebraic Structures* Linear Algebra 2* Analysis* Predictive Analytics*
Year 3 Refine Your Knowledge
Econometrics Complex Analysis Time Series Analysis Economics Options
Stochastic Models Financial Mathematics Optional Study Abroad Optional Internship
Year 4 Further Specialisation
Multivariate Statistics Monte Carlo Inference Statistical Machine Learning Optimisation in Finance
Specialist Economics Options Cryptography Game Theory Research Project
*core
BSc Economics, Mathematics and Statistics
UCD Graduate Study and Career Opportunities
Complementary/Conversion
Specialise with UCD Shape your Career
Master’s Degrees
MSc in Applied Economics GradDip Actuarial Science Economist
MA Statistics PME Professional Masters in Education Financial Consultant
MSc Data and Computational Science MSc Computer Science (Conversion) Trainee Accountant
MSc Data Analytics MSc Business Analytics Trainee Actuary
MSc Quantitative Finance Journalist
MLitt MSc Actuarial Science Teacher
PhD Statistician
Civil Servant
Research & Academia
UCD Social Sciences 15DN700
DN700
Philosophy, Politics
and Economics
Archaeology
Why is this course for me? Study Abroad
Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) You can apply to study abroad for a trimester in
provides a broad and deep understanding partner universities offering PPE programmes
of how a society works, and indeed how across the globe including:
international society works. It examines the
complex economic and political forces in play, Belgium | Netherlands | Switzerland | Germany
the problems of measuring and assessing the | Canada | US
health of society, and the principles of justice
that should guide political decision-making Careers & Graduate Skills
to improve society. PPE will teach students
how to read beyond media headlines, and The PPE degree combines three disciplines that
where to find more information about the hot share a commitment to rigour and problem-
policy questions of the day, in national and solving that make it an ideal programme
international contexts. PPE provides a thorough of education for politicians, civil servants,
grounding in all three disciplines that are core journalists and managers. You will develop
to the social sciences. essential skills for any career that requires
analysis, communication and problem solving.
The programme is quite structured at first, but You will take a multidisciplinary approach to What our Students Say
allows more choice and more specialisation a wide range of policy issues to practice your
with each successive year. I chose to study Politics, Philosophy and
skills in research, analysis, written expression
Economics (PPE) because I really enjoyed
This programme provides both a well- and interpreting data.
studying Economics in school and always
rounded education in Philosophy, Politics There are considerable national and knew that it was an area that I wanted to
and Economics, and every opportunity for international employment opportunities in pursue. I also had an interest in current
you to determine for yourself which subject the public sector and in industry. Graduates affairs. The skills I am learning will be
or combination of subjects you would like to may pursue a specialist Master’s degree in beneficial to future employers who will be
specialise in. Generally, assessment will be by Philosophy, Politics or Economics or progress interested in employing critical thinkers and
take-home essay and by exam-based essay to various interdisciplinary Master’s degrees in graduates who can apply their knowledge
in Philosophy and Politics, and by project and related subjects. to many fields. I am learning how to form
a combination of midterm and end of term a sound argument and developing research
assignments in Economics. Continuous online skills from Philosophy, while gaining
assessment may also be used. There will be an analytical and problem-solving skills
optional final-year research project. from Economics and the study of Politics
If you do not achieve a O3/H7 or higher is expanding my communication and
in Leaving Certificate Mathematics (or teamwork abilities.
equivalent), you must complete an Rebecca Troy
introductory Mathematics module during Student
Trimester 1 of your first year.
UCD School of Philosophy
www.ucd.ie/socialsciences +353 1 716 8267 philosophy@ucd.ie
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What will I study?
Year 1 Engage with the Principles
Foundations of
Introducing PPE* Introduction to Economics* Introduction to Ethics*
Contemporary Politics*
Foundations of Political Theory and
Principles of Microeconomics* Critical Thinking* Principles of Macroeconomics*
International Relations*
Introduction to
Foundations of Political research* Problems of Philosophy* Additional Option*
Quantitative Economics*
Year 2 Deepen Your Understanding
Philosophy of Social Science* Knowledge and Scepticism* Individuals and the State* Intermediate Microeconomics 1*
Research Methods in
Intermediate Macroeconomics* Statistics for Economists* One Philosophy Option
Political Science*
Either Comparative Politics Additional option from either
or International Relations Philosophy, Politics or Economics
Many additional specialist options are available in Year 3 and Year 4 and options are reviewed and updated regularly.
Year 3 Refine Your Knowledge
Either Comparative Politics
Critical Theory Statistics for Economists International Political Economy
or International Relations
Two additional
Optional Study Abroad Additional Politics Option Economics Option
Philosophy Options
Additional option from either
Philosophy, Politics or Economics
Year 4 Further Specialisation
OR
Continue with all three subjects: Choose to specialise in
Optional Research Project
Philosophy, Politics, Economics any two of the subjects
*core
BSc Philosophy, Politics and Economics
UCD Graduate Study and Career Opportunities
Specialise with UCD Philosophy, Complementary/Conversion
Shape your Career
Politics or Economics Master’s Degrees
MA in Philosophy MSc Equality Studies Media & Broadcasting
MA in Contemporary European Philosophy MSc Humanitarian Action Public-Sector Management
MA in Philosophy & Public Affairs MSc in Management Marketing & Advertising
MA/MSc in International Relations MSc Information Systems Politics | Education
MA/MSc International Development MSc in Marketing Practice Humanitarian NGOs
MSc in European Politics & Policy MSc Environmental Policy Management Consultancy
MEconSc in European Public Affairs & Law Master of Public Policy Business/Finance | Civil Service
MSc in Applied Economics Masters in Common Law Recruitment & Human Resources
MSc in Behavioural Economics Higher Diploma in Social Policy Research
MA in Political Theory Higher Diploma in Psychology Foreign Affairs | International NGOs
UCD Social Sciences 17DN700
Archaeology
Archaeology
Why is this subject for me? Study Abroad
If you study Archaeology, we can promise You can apply to study abroad for a trimester or
you that you will see the world, time and the year in partner universities worldwide. Previous
human condition in an entirely new way. students have studied abroad in:
Australia | Austria | China | Cyprus | Denmark
Archaeology is the investigation of societies
from their material remains. It is an exciting | France | Germany | Italy | the Netherlands |
discipline that investigates the full span of Norway | Spain | Sweden | Switzerland | UK | US
human existence across the world from the
distant past to the modern day. This uniquely Internships
enables us to reveal the astonishing diversity of
human culture and societies. In Year 3, you can apply for an optional
internship in a range of organisations in the
Archaeology is a uniquely multidisciplinary public and private sectors, for example:
subject, using all sources of evidence from Heritage | Conservation | Museums | Archives |
the past, from ancient manuscripts to the Tourism | Media | Arts | Education
scientific analysis of plants, animals and
materials. The blend of arts and sciences means What our Students Say
that, whatever your interests, there will be Careers & Graduate Skills Since childhood, my dream was to become
something for you to discover by studying Studying Archaeology provides a flexibility an archaeologist. I made the decision to
archaeology. of thought and a range of practical skills study archaeology in UCD and it was the
A variety of assessment methods are used, for that make graduates highly employable in best decision I have ever made. There are
example continuous assessment in the form of a number of areas, including the varied and many field trips to enjoy and many other
essays, projects, group work, oral presentations expanding heritage sector. Graduates have also great opportunities. Staff from the school of
and reports. Each mode of assessment is found employment within the archaeological Archaeology are very supportive and have
designed to support your learning through the profession, in consultancy, professional always been a great help to me. I highly
programme and to build life skills that will be of contract work, museums and education. value the practical skills like teamwork,
benefit beyond the programme. Others have used their transferable skills to report writing and analytical skills that I am
become business and industry entrepreneurs, developing throughout my degree. I hope to
policymakers in arts and education, journalists continue my studies in UCD in the future as
and cultural critics and tourism leaders. it is a happy environment for me.
Graduate study opportunities in UCD include: Michala Nagyova
MSc in Experimental Archaeology | MSc in Student
World Heritage Management | MLitt/PhD in
Archaeology
Other Archaeology
degrees
You can also study Archaeology as a joint
honours with History or English through
DN520. You can also study Archaeology
through DN530 Humanities- Classics, Art
History and Archaeology.
UCD School of Archaeology
www.ucd.ie/archaeology @ucdarchaeology ucdarchaeology
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What will I study?
Year 1 Engage with the Principles
Introduction to the Archaeology of
Exploring Archaeology* The Human Past* Introduction to Anthropology*
Ireland*
Year 2 Deepen Your Understanding
Archaeology of Things* Archaeology of Landscapes* People in Prehistory Historical Archaeology
Archaeological Science Archaeological Field Skills How Archaeologists Think Heritage & Sustainability
Many additional specialist options are available in Year 3 and Year 4 and options are reviewed and updated regularly.
Year 3 Refine Your Knowledge
Archaeology of Food Ancient Technologies Age of Stonehenge How Archaeologists Think
Environmental Archaeology Early Medieval Europe Optional Internship Optional Study Abroad
Year 4 Further Specialisation
Communicating Archaeology Southeast Asian Archaeology Farming and Agriculture The Archaeology of Collapse
Age of Stonehenge Minoan Archaeology The Roman Empire Research Project*
*core
BSc Social Sciences
UCD Graduate Study and Career Opportunities
Specialise with Complementary/Conversion Shape your Career
UCD School of Archaeology Master’s Degrees
MSc Experimental Archaeology MA Geography Heritage Sector
MSc World Heritage Management MSc Environmental Policy Archaeologist
MSc Information Systems Museum Sector
MLitt Archaeology MSc (Agr) Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Cartographer/Surveyor
Development Archivist/Libraries
PhD Archaeology
MSc Geographies of the Global South Researcher
MSc Management Journalist
Research & Academia
MSc Marketing Tourism
MSc Marketing Practice Policy & Environmental Consultancy
MSc Digital Information Management Media & Communications
MSc Computer Science Teaching
Masters in Common Law Arts & Education
Public Sector Management
UCD Social Sciences 19Economics DN700
(Joint Major)
Archaeology
Why is this subject for me? If you do not achieve a O3/H7 or higher
Economics explores how people (consumers,
in Leaving Certificate Mathematics (or What our Students Say
equivalent), you must complete an
business owners, public servants and introductory Mathematics module during the Studying joint honours in Economics and
politicians) make decisions, and how they Autumn Trimester of your first year. Politics has given me great opportunities.
choose between alternative ways of spending I have such a wide range of modules to
their money and using their skills, energy and choose from. I chose economics because I
time in a wide range of human endeavours.
Study Abroad was good at maths in school. Outside of
You can apply to study abroad for a trimester my academic programme, I was secretary
Studying economics will provide you with new
or a year in partner universities across the globe of the Literary & Historical Society which
ways of thinking analytically about important
including: The Netherlands | Belgium | Italy | allowed me to travel, meet incredibly
questions such as: What are the economic and
US | Australia | Asia | Europe interesting people, and run events for the
financial consequences of Brexit for Ireland? Is
student population. I hope to study an MSc
the housing market in Ireland developing a new
in Applied Economics in UCD, and then
property bubble? What factors lie behind the Internships work in an advisory role in government or a
recent world financial crisis?
In Year 3, you can apply for an optional financial institution.
More generally economists are curious about internship in a range of organisations in the
Róisín O’Gara
how and why people make decisions and public and private sectors, for example:
Joint Honours Economics Graduate
how they respond to incentives. That is why Banking | Finance | Insurance | Media |
economics can help to shed light on decision- Government | Communications
making in many diverse areas of life, from love
and marriage to sports and crime. Other Economics
Careers & Graduate Skills Degrees
In the joint honours degree, the first two years
are designed to introduce students to the key Economics graduates are in high demand –
our graduates work in Bank of Ireland, Price You can also study Economics as a Single
concepts and tools of economics and help them Major through BSc Economics (DN710).
develop an analytical way of thinking. Waterhouse Cooper, KPMG, Paddy Power and
Deloitte. Economics graduates can expect to
In the subsequent years, students learn how have direct access to Economics, Business and
to apply these tools and way of thinking to a Finance Masters. The School of Economics
variety of contexts and can explore further the offers MSc graduate programmes aimed at
economic fields that best suit their interests. further developing analytical and professional
Joint Major Economics students can opt skills.
to apply to study for a single major in
Economics from third year (within the DN700
4-year degree), subject to meeting certain
requirements.
Students attend lectures and participate in
small group tutorials to work on problem sets.
A combination of end-of-trimester written
examinations and continuous assessment is
used. Continuous assessment may include
midterm examinations, projects, essays and
oral presentations.
UCD School of Economics
www.ucd.ie/economics +353 1 716 8272/8505 economics@ucd.ie @EconomicsUCD
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