Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Earn a valuable degree

With a strong, extensive research component, this program is recommended as a stepping stone for PhD studies to candidates interested in global and urban issues, particularly on how political, economic and social structures interact on the urban, local and global scale.

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Full-time duration:

2 years

Starting in:

September

Tuition fee:

€12,000 per year

Location:

Vienna, Austria

Degree:

Dual Austrian and the U.S. degree

The program aims to present you a wide range of theories and methods in sociology and social anthropology while examining their interaction and integration in the study of globalization and urban studies. It has a strong research component, including one semester devoted to research for a thesis. It is recommended for those who wish to pursue a deeper research agenda with a marked interest in global and urban issues broadly understood.

The program consists of three semesters of coursework, one semester of fieldwork and one semester devoted to thesis writing and including a thesis writing workshop. Courses are generally in seminar format, including lectures and discussions, requiring active participation on the students' part.

During the academic year you can attend a variety of workshops, seminars as well as lectures presented by visiting faculty or guest lecturers.

Study your passion

Courses include:

1. Anthropology of Capitalism

2. Anthropology of Ethnicity

3. Art and Society

4. Cityscapes: Ethnography and the Urban Experience

5. Cognition and Culture

6. Colonialism and Postcolonialism

7. Contemporary Global Inequality in the Age of Globalization

8. Digital Anthropology

9. Introduction to Research Methods

10. Key Issues in Social and Cultural Anthropology

11. Key Issues in Sociological Theory

12. Logic of Social Inquiry

Apply

Admissions requirements:

1. Completed online application form

2. Proof of English proficiency

3. Letters of recommendation

4. CV

5. Bachelor’s degree

6. Academic records

7. Research proposal

8. Writing sample

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Earn a valuable degree

With a strong, extensive research component, this program is recommended as a stepping stone for PhD studies to candidates interested in global and urban issues, particularly on how political, economic and social structures interact on the urban, local and global scale.

QUICK FACTS

Full-time duration:

2 years

Starting in:

September

Tuition fee:

€12,000 per year

Location:

Vienna, Austria

Degree:

Dual Austrian and the U.S. degree

The program aims to present you a wide range of theories and methods in sociology and social anthropology while examining their interaction and integration in the study of globalization and urban studies. It has a strong research component, including one semester devoted to research for a thesis. It is recommended for those who wish to pursue a deeper research agenda with a marked interest in global and urban issues broadly understood.

The program consists of three semesters of coursework, one semester of fieldwork and one semester devoted to thesis writing and including a thesis writing workshop. Courses are generally in seminar format, including lectures and discussions, requiring active participation on the students' part.

During the academic year you can attend a variety of workshops, seminars as well as lectures presented by visiting faculty or guest lecturers.

Study your passion

Courses include:

1. Anthropology of Capitalism

2. Anthropology of Ethnicity

3. Art and Society

4. Cityscapes: Ethnography and the Urban Experience

5. Cognition and Culture

6. Colonialism and Postcolonialism

7. Contemporary Global Inequality in the Age of Globalization

8. Digital Anthropology

9. Introduction to Research Methods

10. Key Issues in Social and Cultural Anthropology

11. Key Issues in Sociological Theory

12. Logic of Social Inquiry

Apply

Admissions requirements:

1. Completed online application form

2. Proof of English proficiency

3. Letters of recommendation

4. CV

5. Bachelor’s degree

6. Academic records

7. Research proposal

8. Writing sample

Admission Requirements

PTE Academic

59+

IELTS

6.5+

TOEFL

88+

Cambridge CAE Advanced

180+

All programs at CEU require one or more pieces of academic writing for the application, such as a statement of purpose, research proposal, academic essay on a given subject, writing sample, etc. Each academic program has its own writing requirement(s).

Program Duration

2 Years

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic

Starts from

12,000 EUR

International

Starts from

12,000 EUR

Scholarships

Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.

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MA in Sociology and Social Anthropology (Two-Year)

Central European University, Vienna, Austria

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24 monthsProgramme duration

12,000 EURTuition Fee/year

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