University of York, Department of Sociology, Full Time Masters Degrees

Examine the nature and causes of crime from a sociological perspective. On this course, you'll examine the motivations of people who commit crime and how societies attempt to control them. Read more

Discover how societies and cultures across the world are becoming increasingly connected. On this course, you'll learn how people are shaped by their nationality, gender and ethnicity and explore the global effects of culture transformation. Read more

Social media and other emerging communication technologies are becoming a key aspect of social research practice. Read more

The Department of Sociology is the ideal place for those who wish to undertake their own sociological research. We are ranked 1st in the UK for research impact by the Times Higher Education's ranking of the Research Excellence Framework 2021. Read more

We encourage MPhil applicants from all over the world to join us in one of the best departments for sociological research in the UK. Read more

The rapid expansion of digital networks such as YouTube, Wikipedia, Twitter and Facebook have changed user expectations, creating demand for graduates who understand social and participatory design principles. Read more

With improved access to the internet we have become more connected to each other and to what is happening in the world around us. Read more