Course Information
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Full Time – Undergraduate Studies
CAO Code: DN700
CAO Points Range 2019: 388
Length of Course: 4 Years
Average Intake: 500
O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and three other recognised subjects
Why is this course for me?
The subject of Social Justice draws on a range of academic disciplines in order to advance understanding of issues such as inequality, discrimination and human rights abuses. It will appeal to those who would like to acquire the knowledge and skills to understand and challenge injustice and help bring about social change.
Career & Graduate Study Opportunities
At the end of their four-year programme, graduates of Social Justice have acquired knowledge and skills relevant to a range of fields of study and employment, including in-depth knowledge about the most pressing societal and global challenges of our time and advanced critical, analytical and communications skills.
The degree will provide a strong foundation for careers in: research, policy and advocacy in national and international non-governmental organisations; and public sector agencies. Relevant graduate study progammes include:
- Equality Studies
- Gender Studies
- Public Policy
- Human Rights
- International Development.
What Will I Study
Undergraduate modules in Social Justice address themes such as global poverty and inequality; gender and sexual inequality; human rights and social justice; inequality in Irish society; childhood inequality; egalitarian social movements; racism; social justice movements; political economy and social justice. Over the course of your four-year programme, you will advance your knowledge about the key social issues of the 21st century, while developing your skills in relation to critical thinking, analysis, research, problem solving and communication. An emphasis on participatory learning means that your studies will take place within a supportive and stimulating environment, where you will have the opportunity to engage with like-minded people who share your interest in social justice.
First Year
In fi rst year, you will undertake four foundational modules in Social Justice::
- Social Justice Perspective
- Exploring Gender
- Global justice
- Inequality and Social Justice in Irish Society.
Second Year
In second year, the social justice modules will develop your knowledge of racism, political economy, gender, power and politics, as well as your understanding of human rights and social justice.
Third Year
In third year, you can choose to study the ‘experiential’ modules ‘Social Justice & the City’ and ‘Social Justice Movements’ and a range of additional modules on key Social Justice issues. Students can apply to study abroad in Year three or undertake an internship.
Fourth Year
Fourth year provides the opportunity for you to enhance your research skills by engaging in a research-based module. Students will also have an opportunity to build on their knowledge of Social Justice, and of key societal issues, choosing from a range of modules addressing issues such as labour market inequality; gender, war and violence; and childhood and global justice.
Assessment
A variety of assessment methods are used throughout the Social Justice programme, including essays, reports, presentations, reflective writing, problem-based learning, projects, examinations and critical commentaries.
How Will I Study
| Study Social Justice (BSc Social Sciences) |
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as a Joint Major with one of the subjects below:
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International Study Opportunities
Study abroad for a trimester or a year in third year. Destinations include the US, Australia, China, Canada.
Testimonial
“I am currently studying Social Justice as a joint major with Politics and International Relations. I’m very satisfied with how well the two disciplines complement one another, especially in the areas of development, human rights, and public policy. The first- year modules in Social Justice are very varied and I have studied Social Justice Perspectives, which introduced us to concepts from oppression, privilege, inequalities, to questioning how we view the world due to the information we consume and reproduce. The school of Social Justice has also provided enlightening and interesting modules and its faculty members are helpful and supportive in any issues or queries students may have.”
Rory Wasylyk, Student