University of Aberdeen: Sociology
| Institution | University of Aberdeen View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Social Science |
| Web | https://www.abdn.ac.uk/ |
| pgadmissions@abdn.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01224 272090 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
MSc Sociology provides you with theoretical and methodological concepts in sociology to think critically about issues affecting society. Sociology is the study of people and societies, with particular emphasis on modern urban settings. The subject overlaps with other related disciplines such as politics, international relations, anthropology, economics, history, human geography and psychology. The subject brings understanding from analysis to understand cause and effect across law, religion, migration, prejudice and discrimination, gender, love, family, war, peace. This broad focus is also reflected in the research interests of Aberdeen Sociology staff who specialise in areas as diverse as global conflict and peace studies, religion and secularisation, global political economy, identities and well-being and the relationship between humans and other animals.
The MSc Sociology is designed for you if you have a background in sociology or if you wish to extend your knowledge of the subject into the postgraduate level. It will also work well as a conversion degree for you with little or no previous experience of Sociology. The programme covers the core theoretical and methodological concepts and debates in sociology and offers a series of elective courses that reflect the department’s expertise and current research.
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MSc
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants for admission will normally be expected to hold a relevant Honours degree with at least 2:1 standard from a recognised university or body. In exceptional circumstances, applicants without this qualification may be admitted subject to having an alternative qualification, or an approved level of work experience, appropriate to the field of study. |
| Assessment | Examination is exclusively by means of course work and continuous assessment. Students will be permitted one resubmission of failed work, but no resubmission of the dissertation. For the award of the MSc in both full and part time modes, there is a requirement also to complete a 15,000 word dissertation under supervision from the course team. |
| Modules | View all modules on the programme page to find out more about what you will be studying and when. University of Aberdeen modules are designed to give you breadth and depth to your master’s degree. The range of modules you study will allow you to become proficient in all subjects which are directly relevant to your degree giving you greater career options. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
| EU | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 15900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants for admission will normally be expected to hold a relevant Honours degree with at least 2:1 standard from a recognised university or body. In exceptional circumstances, applicants without this qualification may be admitted subject to having an alternative qualification, or an approved level of work experience, appropriate to the field of study. |
| Assessment | Examination is exclusively by means of course work and continuous assessment. Students will be permitted one resubmission of failed work, but no resubmission of the dissertation. For the award of the MSc in both full and part time modes, there is a requirement also to complete a 15,000 word dissertation under supervision from the course team. |
| Modules | View all modules on the programme page to find out more about what you will be studying and when. University of Aberdeen modules are designed to give you breadth and depth to your master’s degree. The range of modules you study will allow you to become proficient in all subjects which are directly relevant to your degree giving you greater career options. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
| EU | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 6700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 15900 GBP for Year 1 |
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