Course Summary
The PhD in Child and Youth Research is a four-year full-time or six-year part-time interdisciplinary structured PhD programme.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Applicants will be expected to have an upper Second Class Honours degree at level 9, 2:1 grade, (or equivalent international qualification) in a discipline relevant to the research project they are proposing. If applicants do not have a degree of that kind, they must have demonstrated high ability by some other means (e.g., through publications or achievement in a higher degree). Where applicants do not meet the formal academic requirements they can apply for entry through the University’s Recognition for Prior Learning Policy. Garda vetting is generally required for students participating in this programme.
Application Details
Applications are made online via the University of Galway Postgraduate Applications System.
Applications must include the following documentation:
A personal statement (600 words)
A curriculum vitae
Two letters of reference from academic referees
A research proposal (1,000 words).
Candidates are encouraged to consult with a potential supervisor before applying.
The admission of applicants to the programme will take into account the qualifications and preparedness of the applicant, the availability of qualified and accessible supervisors, and the alignment of the research proposal with CASSCS research priorities.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
Fees
Fees: EU
€5,750 p.a. (€5,890 including levy) 2024/25
Fees: Non EU
€14,500 p.a. (€14,640 including levy) 2024/25
Extra Information
EU Part time: Year 1 €4,250 p.a. (€4,390 including levy) 2024/25
All students, irrespective of funding, must pay the student levy of €140.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Career Progression
Duration
Structured PhD (Child and Youth Research), part-time, 6 years.