48 monthsProgramme 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.
Quantitative methods
One quarter of your study time in this programme will be devoted to quantitative methods.
Developing quantitative skills alongside knowledge of sociology will prepare you for a variety of exciting and well remunerated careers. There is currently a shortage of data scientists, so graduates with broad numerical skills are highly prized by employers.
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, and the range of joint programmes we offer.
- We are one of only 15 universities in the UK chosen by Q-Step to develop new forms of quantitative skills training.
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.
Quantitative methods
One quarter of your study time in this programme will be devoted to quantitative methods.
Developing quantitative skills alongside knowledge of sociology will prepare you for a variety of exciting and well remunerated careers. There is currently a shortage of data scientists, so graduates with broad numerical skills are highly prized by employers.
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, and the range of joint programmes we offer.
- We are one of only 15 universities in the UK chosen by Q-Step to develop new forms of quantitative skills training.
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