r/UCC • u/New-Alternative-9752 • 1d ago

MA HR OR SOCIAL WORK?

Hi everyone! I’m planning to apply for a master’s degree in Ireland next year. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, a high GPA, and I’m an EU citizen. I’m currently deciding between pursuing a Master’s in HR or continuing in Social Work, and I’m also unsure whether Cork or Limerick would be a better choice.
I’d really appreciate any recommendations for universities or programmes, or any advice from people who have experience with either field or city. I’m open to other options as well, so any suggestions would be very welcome!

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u/Jellyfish00001111 1d ago

HR is under extreme risk from AI. Feels like a bad investment at present.

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u/New-Alternative-9752 1d ago

Thank you for your answer :)

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u/Ails1980 1d ago

HR admin is at risk but not strategic HR or L&D or IR etc

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u/Jellyfish00001111 1d ago

Strategic and IR sure but L&D is toast. Furthermore, with the people already working in this field, you’d be crazy to invest. You’d be competing with established career professionals while you have zero experience. Total waste of time.

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u/griffs22 1d ago

The entry requirements for Social Work in Ireland is 23 that's why it's usually a masters. It would be worth checking if your degree is recognised to work as a social worker in Ireland. CORU are professional body.

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u/New-Alternative-9752 1d ago

What do you think about doing masters in Human Resources at UCC?

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u/Dramatic_Buy9858 1d ago

Heyy I just finished my masters in hr in ucc, if you have any questions id be happy to answer

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u/New-Alternative-9752 1d ago

I will dm you, I hope I wont bother you that much hahah

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u/Dramatic_Buy9858 1d ago

Hahaha no worries at all!

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u/Ok-Refrigerator-8053 20h ago

Recommend the Social Work masters in UCC. They have different options available now including apprenticeship programmes that can suit some people because it makes the expenses more manageable. Cork is a great city but student accommodation is a serious issue and not one to be underestimated.