Equality Studies

GradDip Equality Studies

Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 60)



The Graduate Diploma in Equality Studies was designed for those who wish to develop an interdisciplinary understanding of global social justice issues and explore strategies for change. Drawing students from across the globe, the course emphasises the relationship between theory and practice with a view to brining about positive social change. You learn about and develop your own ideas on a wide range of equality, human rights and global justice issues. You will benefit from the opportunity to specialize in areas of particular interest such as capitalism and social justice, gender justice and feminism, global inequalities, human rights law and practice, and minorities and discrimination.



The learning environment is student-centred and participatory with students from a wide range of backgrounds with diverse experience and interests including community activists, development practitioners, educators, healthcare professionals, civil servants and journalists.



Who should apply?



Full Time option suitable for:



Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes

International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No



Part Time option suitable for:



Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes

International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No



We welcome applicants from a wide a range of backgrounds, with diverse experience and interests. Current students are of various nationalities and include recent graduates, community activists, educators, health care professionals, civil servants and journalists.

Stage 1 - Core

Sociology of Inequality EQUL40180

Egalitarian Theory EQUL40420



Stage 1 - Option

Equalities, Social Justice and Children's LearningEDUC42590

Masculinities, Gender and EqualityEQUL40310

Critical Political EconomyEQUL40390

Development and the Global SouthGEOG40760

Latin America: social movements and postcolonial approachesGEOG40800

Gender War and ViolenceGS40050

Asylum and Refugee: Law, Politics and RightsLAW41310

Topics in Continental PhilosPHIL41320

International Political TheoryPOL40140

International Political EconomyPOL40370

Nationalism and Social ChangeSOC40620

Organised Violence and SocietySOC40720

Art, Knowledge & Social ChangeSOC40790

Crit Race & Decolonial TheorySOC40930

Feminist & Egalitarian ResearchSSJ40010

Students on this programme will have attained at least a lower or upper second class honours or international equivalent at Bachelors level and will have demonstrable experience in or aptitude for the field of Equality Studies, as illustrated in their personal statement.



Your application will be considered on its individual merits and relevant professional experience will also be taken into account.



All applicants will be asked to upload two references as part of their application, and to provide contact details for their referees. At least one of these referees should be someone who knows the applicant in an academic capacity, in certain circumstances, the applications review panel may decide to invite applicants to interview.



Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.

How to apply?

The following entry routes are available:



Grad Dip Equality Studies FT (W395)

Duration 1 Years

Attend Full Time

Deadline Rolling*



Grad Dip Equality Studies PT (W396)

Duration 2 Years

Attend Part Time

Deadline Rolling*



* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised

1 year full-time or 2 years part-time.

Next Intake: 2024/2025 September.

Careers & Employability

Equality Studies graduates work in multiple fields including politics, journalism, law, education, public policy, voluntary and community work, and human rights advocacy.



Alumni of the Masters in Equality Studies are employed by major national and international human rights and development organisations such as Amnesty International and the United Nations.