The MSc Comparative Social Change at University College Dublin offers you a unique opportunity to explore the complex dynamics of global societal transformations. This programme is ideal for aspiring social scientists who wish to understand the pressing issues of our time, from migration and globalisation to gender dynamics and digital culture, by examining them through a comparative lens. You will develop a sophisticated understanding of social change theories and methodologies, grounded in an international context that draws on experiences from Ireland, Europe, and beyond.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is delivered over one year, equipping you with advanced training in research design and execution. You will engage with core modules in research methods and comparative social change, alongside a wide array of option modules from both UCD and Trinity College Dublin, allowing you to tailor your studies. Your learning culminates in a substantial dissertation, where you will independently research a topic of your choice. You will graduate with the analytical and research skills essential for careers in policy, research, NGOs, and international development.