Overview

This Social Policy programme at University College Cork gives you a foundation in the study of the welfare state and social services. It is a conversion course for those who don’t hold a social science degree, but wish to apply for the Master of Social Work course. The course also prepares you for entry to other postgraduate courses in the School of Applied Social Studies, UCC, e.g. social policy, planning, youth and community work, social services administration, and child care.

Why Choose This Course

This is the only Higher Diploma Social Policy course in Ireland that combines intensive seminar immersion with the opportunity for field visits to countries such as France, Italy, Germany, and Sweden.

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Programme Structure

Modules

Housing and Homelessness

Poverty and Social Exclusion

Politics and Social Policy

Social Policy and Social Theory

Lifespan Development

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-09 00:00:00

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Non-EU Closing Date

Open until all places have been filled or no later than 30 June. Early application is advised.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cork, Ireland

Disciplines

Social Policy View 16 other Masters in Social Policy in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

The Higher Diploma in Social Policy is open to graduates who do not already possess a BSocSc Honours Degree.

Applicants may be required to present for an interview where an overall assessment of their suitability will be made.

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Tuition Fee

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International

16700 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16700 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

6140 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6140 EUR per year during 12 months.

EU Part-Time: 3295

Living costs for Cork

860 - 1400 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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