MA in Community Reasearch, University of Limerick

The MA Community Research Plus+ programme is designed to give students real-time, on-the-job research training through UL Engage-supported community and university projects, both locally and internationally. This innovative cross-disciplinary course combines traditional lecture-based learning with practical, real-world research experience in collaborative community settings. The programme offers a core focus on engaged research and practice, augmented by discipline-specific academic training. Students select one of three specialisms—Community Research + Journalism, Community Research + Development, or Community Research + Sociology—allowing them to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals. This approach ensures students are well-equipped with both academic knowledge and practical skills needed to contribute meaningfully to community research initiatives.