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BSc Computational Social Science

BSc Computational Social Science

Undergraduate (Level 8 NFQ , Credits 240 )

Do you want to work for Google, Facebook or another company that deals with big data about individuals, social networks or social groups? The new BSc degree in Computational Social Science provides excellent employment opportunities in social media companies, but also in traditional sectors where the analysis of social and consumer data is ever more important. Strong analytical skills are combined with solid training in social sciences subjects such as Sociology, Politics, Economics or Geography. 


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For EU students, please apply via MyUCD. The following entry route(s) are available:
Description ENTRY Duration Application Opening Date APPURL
BSc Computational Social Science(SCS1) Entry in
Sep 2024
Full Time - 4 Years Apply From -
Oct 2023
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Our social world is dramatically changing. We are all connected and leave digital footprints behind. Computational Social Science is about leveraging the power of big data, computer simulations and social networks to understand social phenomena and individual behaviour. The new BSc degree in Computational Social Science is at the forefront of this development in Europe. It provides a unique combination of training in social sciences subjects. You learn how to understand human social behaviour through data analysis, social simulation and mathematical modelling, providing crucial skills for a competitive job market.

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BSc Computational Social ScienceSCS1

First Year
The first year includes core modules in:

  • Computational Social Science
  • Programming
  • Mathematics
  • Statistics

In addition, students choose two social sciences subjects from:

  • Sociology
  • Politics
  • Economics
  • Geography plus an Elective module

Second Year
The second year includes further courses in Computational Social Science, Programming, Mathematics and Statistics and modules in your two social sciences subjects, as well as electives from a range of other subjects plus elective modules.

Third Year
The third year provides the opportunity for a trimester abroad at another leading university in Computational Social Science and internship with an industry partner.

Fourth Year
The fourth year includes an interdisciplinary workshop and an individual capstone project with industry partners, in addition to modules that will strengthen and consolidate learning in key areas of Computational Social Science.

This degree is designed to prepare students for employment in companies such as Google or Facebook, but also for work in traditional sectors where the analysis of social data is becoming more and more important. Over the next few years, there will be an increasing demand for graduates who can combine social sciences training with analytical and programming skills. It also leads to a range of graduate study opportunities in social sciences, social data analytics, statistics or computer science.  

During the third year, we offer a study abroad trimester. Destinations include countries such as: Belgium, England, France, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, USA, Australia, China and South Korea, and the list is continuously expanding.