John McHugh
Head of Social Studies

Hi, I'm John McHugh. Welcome to the Department of Social Studies. The department has grown significantly over the past ten years, responding to developments in the Social Care profession.

Our Higher Certificate in Arts in Applied Social Studies has been offered here since 1996, with students attending from all over Ireland but especially from the South East where we are situated.

Introduction
Social Studies Courses
Work Experience
Mission Statement
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In 1998 we introduced training in social care to professional level with the National Diploma in Applied Social Studies which is now known as B.A. in Applied Social Studies in Social Care, and which caters for graduates from Carlow College and other colleges offering social care courses or their equivalents.

In 2003 we introduced the B.A. (Honours) in Applied Social Studies in Social Care which gives students an opportunity to deepen their knowledge and focus on specialised areas.

Our staff team includes a number of Social Care practitioners who bring their professional experience into the classroom, ensuring that you have up-to-date and relevant training. We have a strong emphasis on helping students to explore links between theory and practice.

There is a relaxed yet challenging atmosphere in the Social Studies department. Students are supported where possible while in college or on work placement, and are encouraged to develop, academically, personally and professionally.

The Social Care profession is emerging as a clear career option for committed, energetic caring individuals who want to work professionally with vulnerable children and adults.

John McHugh
Co-ordinator of Social Studies
Email: socialstudiescc@carlowcollege.ie

Good luck in your studies and looking forward to having some of you on our course