Social Sciences students explore society and how people behave as individuals and in groups. During the first year, students will gain a deep understanding of each subject they choose to study and develop real-world skills in research, communication and leadership. Students will learn to analyze, criticize and challenge beliefs and assumptions - including their own. Students will also have the option to apply for an internship, or study abroad for a year or a semester. 

Students will examine the nature of our society and the issues confronting humanity, including climate change, crime and violence, social and economic inequality, gender justice, sustainable cities, human development, economic growth and big data. 

As Ireland’s global university, UCD encourages students to apply to study for a semester or a year abroad through UCD’s extensive global network of partner universities. In the BSc four-year program, study abroad opportunities are integrated into the third year curriculum. All social sciences students can take language modules as electives in addition to their degree subjects through the UCD Applied Language Centre.