Social Science & Psychology Courses

Psychology and social science are two of the broadest disciplines imaginable, yet ones which lend themselves to deep specialisation. Studying psychology and social science courses at Dublin Business School (DBS) will expose you to numerous interesting study areas, from behavioural science to cognitive development to social policy development, social work and research.


Our full- time and part-time undergraduate, degree, postgraduate masters and  professional evening diploma courses in Psychology and Social Science cover a broad range of psychology and social science areas, including:

• Psychology

• Social Studies

• Psychotherapy

• Counselling

• Addiction Studies.

Our degrees and diplomas are awarded by ​the Quality Qualifications Ireland - QQI.

The heart of the subject is just the start of your career

At DBS you will get a thorough and practical grounding in multiple aspects of the fields of psychology and social science. From there you will have ample opportunity and mentored support to choose a specialised discipline for further study. This may lead you towards further specialised study and/or the start of a rewarding career in a variety of areas, from the public sector to private practice.

Theoretical and hands-on teaching and learning

Psychology and social science courses are mainly delivered through lectures, tutorials and practical classes. Psychology studies generally involve a high level of practical, hands-on experience with lecturers drawn from the worlds of private practice and academia.