Program Overview
The Bachelor of Social Science (BSocSc) program offers a comprehensive education in Social Policy and Politics. Students can choose to specialize in one of three areas: Human & Organisational Studies with Social Policy, Sociology, or Social Policy. The program emphasizes assessment through a Degree GPA, which determines academic standing and award calculation. It requires a total of 180 credits, distributed across three stages with varying core and elective weightings.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Pathways with Social Policy:
- HOC2 Human & Organisational (with Social Policy) (Subject / Stream)
- SOJ2 Sociology Core Modules (Joint Major)
- SPJ2 Social Policy Core Modules (Joint Major)
- Politics:
- PTJ1 Politics Joint Major (Joint Major)
Assessment:
- Degree GPA and Award Calculation Rules:
- GPA Band:
- First Class Honours: >=3.68 <=4.2
- Second Class Honours, Grade 1: >=3.08 <=3.67
- Second Class Honours, Grade 2: >=2.48 <=3.07
- Pass: >=2 <=2.47
- Degree GPA Calculation:
- Stage Weightings:
- Final and penultimate stages (equal weight): S3 - 50.00% S2 - 50.00%
- Award Description:
- First Class Honours
- Second Class Honours, Grade 1
Other:
- Overall Credits for Programme: 180
- Credits per Stage:
- Stage 1: Core/Option: 55 Electives: 5
- Stage 2: Core/Option: 50 Electives: 10
- Stage 3: Core/Option: 50 Electives: 10
- College: Social Sciences & Law
- UCD Level: Undergraduate
- NFQ Level: 8
- Degree: Social Science (BSocSc)
University College Dublin
Overview:
University College Dublin (UCD) is a leading research-intensive university located in Dublin, Ireland. It is known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. UCD offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.
Student Life and Campus Experience:
UCD provides a vibrant and diverse campus experience for its students. The university emphasizes the holistic development of its students, offering a range of opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Research Excellence:
UCD is renowned for its strong research output and collaborations with industry partners.Global Partnerships:
The university boasts a vast network of partner institutions worldwide, providing students with opportunities for international study and exchange.Transformational Learning:
UCD focuses on providing a transformative learning experience that fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills.Other:
UCD is actively involved in promoting sustainability and social responsibility. The university is committed to creating a positive impact on society through its research, teaching, and engagement activities.
Huge and always expanding. Lots of course options and the professors care a lot about what they teach. Huge amount of students and clubs so there is something for everyone.
Finished my Masters in Food Safety here in 2019. Quality of education is pretty good. Facilities are on point. One of the better universities in Ireland. A lot of extra curricular activities organised all round the year. No racism or any other issue as per my experience. Teaching staff is quite knowledgeable. I loved my time there. 10/10
