PhD in Children & Youth Studies

At University College Dublin, tuition fees are 13,730 USD per year.

The PhD in Children & Youth Studies at University College Dublin is a 4-year degree for those passionate about child and youth development research. It offers full-time or part-time study options, ideal for students who want to engage deeply with their research interests.

Students explore social, cultural, and educational contexts of childhood and youth, learning research methodologies and theoretical frameworks. They develop skills to conduct independent research, with opportunities to collaborate with experienced faculty and participate in research projects.

Graduates can pursue careers as Researchers, Policy Analysts, Academic Lecturers, or Child Welfare Advocates, working in educational institutions, government agencies, or non-profit organizations focused on youth services.

University College Dublin (UCD) is Ireland’s largest and most globally engaged university, founded in 1854 and situated on a spacious campus south of Dublin. Renowned for its research-intensive culture, UCD hosts more than 35,000 students from over 150 countries and offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across arts, sciences, business, engineering, medicine and more. Its scale and international outlook make it an appealing destination for students seeking a research-led education in an energetic European capital region.

UCD’s academic strengths span traditional disciplines and cutting-edge fields, with robust research funding and industry partnerships that support innovation and practical learning. Students benefit from state-of-the-art laboratories, comprehensive libraries, student support services and a wide network of international exchanges. The university also emphasizes employability through career services, internships and active alumni engagement that help graduates transition into global careers.

Campus life at UCD balances academic intensity with extracurricular engagement, including sports, cultural societies and community involvement. Accommodation, transport and welfare services are geared to support international students arriving to Dublin. Prospective applicants should review program-specific entry requirements and available scholarships, consider English language criteria, and use the university’s international office resources to plan applications and arrival logistics.