Careers & Alumni
Career Opportunities
For information on social work as a career please see the following links:
- "Its not just a thankless task" (Article on working as a Social Worker)
- "Managing to cope with lives in crisis" (Article on working as a Social Worker)
Student Profiles
Current Student: Favour Isijola - 4th Year BSS (social work) student
Why I chose the course: I chose to study at Trinity because I wanted to further my learning in Ireland’s top university. As I am from Dundalk, I wanted to be in a new environment and Trintiy is located at the heart of Dublin so I reckoned I would have easy access to many facilities.
What I like about the course: I love how practical my course is as a range of our lectures consist of group work and class discussions with case studies which supports me in applying theories to practice.
Current Student: Cian Maguire- 4th Year BSS (social work) student
Why I chose to study at Trinity and what I enjoy most about being a Trinity student
I chose Trinity for its reputation as Ireland’s top university. It is a place where I could excel academically and personally. What I enjoy the most about being a Trinity student is the vibrant campus life, the chance to represent the college in sport, and the endless opportunities that have helped me grow as a person.
How I believe my course at Trinity will benefit my career
Trinity’s BSS course is renowned for producing high-quality social workers. Its strong academic foundation, combined with practical placements, provides the ideal preparation for the profession. Earning my degree from Ireland’s top university is a huge advantage that will greatly benefit my future career in social work
What I enjoy most about my course
What I enjoy most about the BSS course is the incredible sense of community. The small, supportive classes and dedicated staff have helped me form lifelong friendships. I’ve met some of the most amazing people through this course, and I’m truly grateful for TCD and this experience.