Welcome to the Department of Sociology
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Why Study Sociology at Trinity College Dublin
Our department is known for its high-quality research and expertise in areas such as migration, inequality, digitalisation, AI, and social networks. With a vibrant and diverse community, we offer innovative programmes that equip students with the skills to question, analyse, and understand social change.
SOCIOLOGY NEWS & EVENTS
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Mark Ward Chairs Panel at Loneliness Taskforce Research Network
Professor Mark Ward chaired a panel discussion at part of the Loneliness Taskforce Research Network conference on the link between loneliness and health on Tuesday 26 May.
27 May 2026
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Dermot McAleese Teaching Assistant Award 2026
Congratulations to Míde Power on winning this year's Dermot McAleese Teaching Assistant Award for the Department of Sociology.
25 May 2026
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Study on Grokipedia's Right-Leaning News Sources
The research is published by PhD student Saeedeh Mohammadi and Professor Taha Yasseri in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS).
20 May 2026
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Who are the Passport Bros?
Dr David Ralph, from the Department of Sociology, answers this question and discusses the nuances of the digital world and the 'manosphere' in the latest Meet the Expert video from the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy.
NEW RESEARCH
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Social Inequalities in Irish Children's Cognitive and Mental Health
Rodolfo Pezzi and Yekaterina Chzhen, Longitudinal and Life Course Studies, March 2026.
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Racialising Irishness
Philomena Mullen. Irish Journal of Sociology, March 2026.
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Gender Bias in Perception of Human Managers Extends to AI Managers
Hao Cui, Taha Yasseri. Computers in Human Behavior Reports, March 2026.
Discover the MPhil in Race, Ethnicity, and Conflict
Dr David Landy, Course Director, highlights the distinctive features of the MPhil, from its dynamic interdisciplinary framework to its focus on addressing global social challenges.
Learn moreINSIDE THE DEPARTMENT
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Decolonising the Irish university curriculum
In our latest edition of the 'PhD Perspectives' feature we sat down with 4th year PhD student Imogen Eve to discuss her research about curriculum decolonisation.
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Seminar Series 2025/26
Full details of the weekly Sociology Seminar Series are now available. See what’s coming up!
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Grattan Research Internships
This programme offers undergraduate students the opportunity to work as paid research assistants on Sociology projects over the summer. Find out how to apply here!
Missed our AI and society talk? Watch it here!
Are machines becoming part of society itself? In A New Sociology of Humans and Machines, sociologist Professor Taha Yasseri explores how AI is reshaping how we think, cooperate, and make decisions - part of the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy’s Public Autumn Series.
OUR COURSES
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Undergraduate Sociology
Undergraduate sociology at Trinity College Dublin offers an in-depth understanding of today’s rapidly evolving world.
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MSc in Comparative Social Change
Jointly delivered by TCD and UCD, this course offers students a unique opportunity to explore the key forces shaping societies globally.
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MPhil in Race, Ethnicity and Conflict
Provides students with the knowledge and skills to critically examine the complexities of race and conflict in a global context.
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PhD in Sociology
The PhD in Sociology offers a challenging and rewarding path for students aiming to contribute to the forefront of sociological research.
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