Course Summary
This programme is designed to meet the needs of graduates from a wide variety of backgrounds who wish to continue their professional development. Students will come to an understanding of how research, policy and practice are critically important in the work of addressing the social challenges that shape our world today.
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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 are required to have a minimum of a 2:2 Honours Bachelor Degree (level 8). Ideally the primary degree should be in Health Care, Social Studies, Education, Early Childhood, Youth and Community Practice or a similarly practice-based discipline or equivalent professional qualifications.
NOTE: Overseas candidates who have not studied their degree through English are required to achieve a TOEFL score of at least 550 or IELTS score of at least 6.0.
Application Details
Apply to Admissions Office Kerry Campus.
Admissions Office
Munster Technological University
North Campus
Tralee
Co. Kerry
V92 HD4V
E: [email protected]
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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.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
The MA in Social Studies (Advanced Professional Practice) affords the participant an opportunity to invest in his/ her own professional development in the sector and will enhance employment and advancement opportunities currently existing within the sector.
Progression
Students who achieve an overall grade of 50 per cent across all modules on the minor award Post Graduate Diploma in Social Studies (Advanced Professional Practice) will be eligible to progress to year 2 of the MA in Social Studies (Advanced Professional Practice).