Based on a total estimated cost of €61,500 over 3 years, BSocSc Social Science at Maynooth University has a 5-year ROI of 108.8%, with graduates earning around €40,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (MH107) was 348 (2025).
BSocSc Social Science graduates from Maynooth University report a graduate employment rate of around 72%, good career progression.
Typical roles after graduating
- Policy Analyst
Common employers for BSocSc Social Science graduates include Civil Service, EU institutions.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. BSocSc Social Science graduates from Maynooth University start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 24% less than the national average.
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