Department of Social Sciences

Department of Social Sciences

You’re passionate about society, how we treat our vulnerable and needy citizens. You see a fulfilling role in a Social Care setting. Or you believe in the transformative power of early years education and quality childcare. You might be bringing your life experience to the Department of Social Sciences as a mature learner, like 20% of our Social Care students who are 23 years old or older. You want the pioneering spirit of TUS Midlands, one of the leaders in the field of social care and social studies, with a track record of supporting research and progression to Masters-level studies and beyond. You will gain practical hands-on experience during extensive placements in residential agencies, youth-work and community-based projects.


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Contact Department of Social Sciences

Head of Department
Oliver Hegarty

Email: ohegarty@ait.ie

Telephone: (090) 6442530

Room number: E3226

Building: Main Building

Department Secretary
Breda McManus

Email: bmcmanus@ait.ie

Telephone: (090) 6442558

Faculty of Social Sciences News

TUS Students Sweep the Board at National Accounting Competition for Second Year in a Row

18 May

TUS Opens Student Liaison Office in Nigeria Extending Its International Presence

18 May

TUS and Gaelic Players Association Launch Scholarships for GPA Members

17 May

TUS Graduate Showcase “Velocity” Reflects Key Contemporary Themes From 80 Emerging Designers and Visual Artists

15 May

Over 1,150 participants took part in the inaugural TUS Research Week

02 May

TUS SciFest Crowns Ireland’s Young Innovators

28 Apr