The Sociology (Youth, Community & Social Regeneration) MA at the University of Limerick is designed for individuals passionate about understanding and addressing the complex social dynamics of youth, community development, and urban regeneration. This postgraduate program equips you with advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills to critically engage with contemporary issues in social regeneration, inequality, and the welfare state. You will explore the sociology of community and regeneration, political sociology, and youth sociology, preparing you for impactful work in a field that shapes societal well-being and development.
You will study this Master's degree on campus full-time over one year, immersing yourself in practitioner-led workshops and seminars that bridge theory and practice. The curriculum includes a significant student internship in the summer semester, offering invaluable hands-on experience with partner organizations in the youth and community sectors, such as Novas Limerick or Limerick Youth Services. You will develop high-quality social research skills, culminating in a dissertation that contributes to your chosen field, preparing you for careers in social policy, community work, youth services, or further doctoral research.