Sociology MA (Hons) 48 months Undergraduate Programme By The University of Edinburgh |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

MA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

The study of sociology explores questions such as: how do people organise collectively around common goals? How do societies and social groups distribute and manage power among their members?


Your undergraduate degree in Sociology will cover a comprehensive range of subjects, giving you a broad introduction to the subject and the flexibility to study topics within and outside it.


Our programme equips you to compare different national contexts and understand contemporary social issues from a global perspective.


Programme benefits


  • Our commitment to teaching and student support is seen in the wins and nominations we have achieved over the years at the Edinburgh University Students' Association Teaching Awards.
  • One of the great strengths of studying sociology with us is the breadth and diversity of topics covered.
  • We offer opportunities to study abroad in Year 3.
  • The degree programme can be taken with a focus on quantitative methods.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

MA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

The study of sociology explores questions such as: how do people organise collectively around common goals? How do societies and social groups distribute and manage power among their members?


Your undergraduate degree in Sociology will cover a comprehensive range of subjects, giving you a broad introduction to the subject and the flexibility to study topics within and outside it.


Our programme equips you to compare different national contexts and understand contemporary social issues from a global perspective.


Programme benefits


  • Our commitment to teaching and student support is seen in the wins and nominations we have achieved over the years at the Edinburgh University Students' Association Teaching Awards.
  • One of the great strengths of studying sociology with us is the breadth and diversity of topics covered.
  • We offer opportunities to study abroad in Year 3.
  • The degree programme can be taken with a focus on quantitative methods.

Admission Requirements

Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.

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