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Masters Degrees in Sociology

We have 981 Masters Degrees in Sociology

Masters Degrees in Sociology examine the organisation and development of human societies and effects they have on the experiences and behaviour of groups and individuals within them.

These are advanced postgraduate degrees, building on undergraduate training in sociology or a related discipline. They develop skills in both quantitative and qualitative analysis, including the ability to apply theories to real-world scenarios and to collect and analyse potentially sensitive data.

Programmes may be taught or research-based (with the opportunity to carry out interesting independent fieldwork and other projects). MA, MSc MRes and MPhil degrees are available, depending on the content and focus of a given course.

Why study a Masters in Sociology?

Sociology has a broad range of applications for practical and vocational work, or for further academic research and training.

Skilled postgraduates can go on to roles in fields ranging from politics to economics, drawing on their ability to appreciate and analyse the interactions between organisational systems and the needs of individuals within them.

Research roles can follow similar paths, with opportunities to provide expertise to think-tanks or policy units. Needless to say, a Masters in sociology is also an excellent preparation for a PhD in a range of related fields.

Whatever your eventual career choice, the skills you’ve gained on a postgraduate sociology degree will prove surprisingly versatile. You’ll be able to deal effectively with different forms of data and information and to communicate your findings effectively using appropriate media. You’ll also have experience of independent research and project management – particularly if your Masters includes a dissertation.

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Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Make your Master’s matter with our postgraduate degrees at the UCL Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences. The faculty has world-leading expertise across a wide breadth of disciplines encompassing the logical, experimental and mathematical study of our Universe; we offer a range of programmes in emerging as well as more traditional academic areas. You'll benefit from front-line research that feeds directly into our taught graduate programmes and access to first-class facilities within the faculty.

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Faculty of Population Health Sciences

Join the UCL Faculty of Population Health Sciences and take on the world’s most urgent health challenges. Study alongside leading researchers and apply cutting-edge methods – from clinical trials and data science to social sciences and omics – to improve lives. Our Master’s degrees span public health, global health, women’s and child health, cardiovascular science, clinical trials, and the business of health, giving you insight into how innovation shapes systems like the NHS. Your Master’s equips you to lead change, influence decision-making, and drive impact across sectors. At UCL, you’ll gain the skills, networks, and global perspective to shape a healthier future. Make your Master’s matter.

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Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies

The Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS), part of Erasmus University Rotterdam, is dedicated to enhancing urban development globally through education, advisory services, and applied research. The institute aims to create an educational environment that fosters collaboration, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of urban dynamics. Its alumni network of over 10,000 urban experts includes professionals from various fields such as architecture, social sciences, economics, and public administration, all working towards improving urban living conditions worldwide. IHS's strong partnerships with international organizations, local governments, and academic institutions continuously aid in developing innovative solutions to the complex issues facing cities today.

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Columbian College of Arts and Sciences

GW’s Columbian College is a magnet for top scholars and a catalyst for learning and discovery. With more than 90 doctoral and master’s programs, we offer a transformative experience, connecting students with some of the most influential leaders and institutions while partnering with public and private organizations in the nation’s capital and around the globe. Hone your expertise in subjects as diverse as statistics, fine arts, public policy, art therapy, forensic sciences, and LGBT health policy and practice.

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Faculty of Social and Historical Sciences

Shape the future with UCL Social and Historical Sciences. We offer over 60 specialist postgraduate programmes across a diverse range of subjects. Our interests span the globe, as we seek to understand the social, political, economic, cultural and environmental processes that have shaped the world over time. Our academics are at the forefront of innovative, interdisciplinary research and education that creates a meaningful, real-world impact. We’ll challenge you to think critically, engage with global challenges, and seek creative solutions. Renowned for our excellence in teaching and research, we foster a vibrant culture of innovation. From tackling climate change to addressing economic inequality, our academics, alumni, and students are dedicated to exploring new ways to address pressing global issues.

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Faculty of Engineering Sciences

Welcome to the UCL Faculty of Engineering Sciences! Studying a postgraduate degree with us means getting the skills needed to change the world. We’re acknowledged as a world-leading institution and you’ll benefit from our excellence in teaching and research, our outstanding facilities in the heart of London and the superior career prospects we offer our students. We offer a huge range of programmes and courses across the spectrum of engineering disciplines – including mechanical, healthcare, electric, chemical, biochemical, civil, structural and environmental. We also incorporate teaching beyond traditional engineering, including management, crime science, computer science, and engineering and public policy. We are a uniquely multidisciplinary faculty, and this drives our innovation, our progressive pedagogical approach, and our commitment to solving the world’s toughest challenges.

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School of Divinity

The School of Divinity at the University of Edinburgh is one of the largest centres in the UK for the study of religion. This means we can offer our students a wide range of specialist degree programmes and course options. In addition, we have eight active research centres and networks and regular research seminars. These make for a stimulating environment for postgraduate research study and provide many opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. <br> Our postgraduate department offers you the chance to engage with cutting-edge research on theology and religion in a wide variety of areas. For us, learning is something that staff and students do together through our dedicated and diverse community. We have around 150 postgraduate students and 300 undergraduates, who are drawn from many parts of the world. Nearly 40 full-time academic staff include internationally respected scholars in a wide range of specialisms.

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Moray House School of Education and Sport

Moray House School of Education and Sport (MHSES), University of Edinburgh, has been making a major contribution and impact to the fields of education and sport both in Scotland and worldwide for almost 200 years. In that time, our staff, students and alumni have influenced and transformed learning, teaching, and wider educational and sport policy in the UK and beyond. We are the leading School of Education and Sport in Scotland – ranked first for research breadth and quality in Education and Sport, and third in the UK (REF 2021). We consistently rank in the top tiers of global education and sport-related studies. Ranked Top 20 worldwide for Education and Sport (QS 2024), we're a leading centre for research impact and teaching excellence. We are deeply committed to social justice, inclusivity, diversity, and accessibility. Our aim in all our work is to significantly impact the education, wellbeing and development of children, young people and adults, through problem-solving in the fields of education and sport.

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School of Social and Political Science

For as long as we have society, we’ll need social scientists. Edinburgh is the ideal place to study social and political science. The city is the capital of Scotland and home to the Scottish Government, the Scottish Parliament and the country’s highest courts, as well as the world’s largest arts festival. It provides a rich environment where students can achieve their potential.

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Edinburgh Futures Institute

At Edinburgh Futures Institute, we bring people and disciplines together to tackle today’s most complex challenges and explore new ways of thinking about the future. Our interdisciplinary postgraduate programmes are challenge-led, globally relevant, and designed for those who want an education that shapes better futures, for themselves and the world. Our students study beyond traditional subject boundaries, collaborating with academics, industry, government, and communities on real-world projects. Through this project-based, data-informed approach, students develop creative solutions, professional skills, and the confidence to make a meaningful impact. Bring your academic, professional, and life experience as you work across disciplines, dig deep into pressing global issues, and gain the tools to shape change.

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Edinburgh Law School

Established in 1707, and situated in the heart of Scotland’s capital, the University of Edinburgh's Law School has been at the heart of legal research and education for more than 300 years. By studying at Edinburgh Law School, you’ll join a vibrant, active community of world-leading researchers, legal professionals and students at all stages of their education.

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School of Management

Industries worldwide are continually impacted and disrupted by global events, digital transformation, and advancing technologies which are changing the global business landscape. Organisations want exciting new leaders to emerge and change the future of business and studying a business or management programme can help you achieve this. A business or management degree exposes you to multiple disciplines to develop an adaptable and versatile skillset which you can apply to an array of industries. Our programmes are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to use data to make strategic decisions, manage resources effectively, achieve organisational goals, and become critical thinkers and innovators. At UCL School of Management, we focus on creating disruptive research and preparing the next generation of creative and influential leaders who can apply the latest technological developments as a strategic asset for businesses in the complex, interconnected world of the future.

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Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine

The Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine is one of the largest and most successful centres for research and education in the UK, with extensive global partnerships. With world-renowned researchers and a passionate student body, we are always encouraging innovative and progressive collaboration, as well as new ways to work and learn.

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King’s Business School

Game-changing research. A contemporary approach to postgraduate business education. And a central London hub for engaging with business, finance and government. King’s Business School creates socially responsible leaders of the future. We tackle business challenges. Our expert researchers and lecturers will encourage you to take an interdisciplinary approach to solving real world problems. You’ll develop an entrepreneurial mindset and become a specialist in your field. You’ll study in the iconic Bush House in central London. Our building is surrounded by entrepreneurial firms and SMEs – and not far from the Square Mile with its huge concentration of financial firms. We have strong links with many innovative businesses – from agile startups to multinational corporates. With such easy access to working professionals, you’ll be raring to go when it’s time to enter the postgraduate job market.

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Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy

Study a postgraduate degree in The Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy to generate holistic solutions to challenges such as global security, sustainability, and health inequality. Join our international community of 8,000 students across 130 nationalities in the Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy.

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School of Health and Medical Sciences (formerly St George's)

At Legacy St George’s University of London, we’ve been improving health for over 250 years. And we’re excited to announce the establishment of our new unified City St George’s, School of Health and Medical Science which combines the strengths of the School of Health & Medical Sciences (formerly St George's) and City’s School of Health & Psychological Sciences. The new School positions us as: A powerhouse in health education – Offering expertise across medicine, nursing, midwifery, radiography, psychology, biomedical sciences, optometry, physiotherapy, and more. A leader in healthcare innovation – Driving research and advancements that shape the future of medicine and patient care. A hub for collaboration – Providing increased opportunities for students, researchers, and the NHS.

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Engineering, Environment and Emerging Technologies

Trinity College Dublin is Ireland's leading university, renowned for its academic excellence and rich history. Through the E3 initiative - The School of Computer Science & Statistics, School of Engineering, and School of Natural Sciences - we offer a dynamic and multidisciplinary learning environment at the forefront of innovation. We provide students with world-class research opportunities, industry-relevant skills, and a vibrant campus community in the heart of Dublin, preparing them to be global leaders in their fields. Find our more about our university and undergraduate and postgraduate programmes from our three schools of Computer Science & Statistics, Engineering, and Natural Sciences.

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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

The Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences, the largest faculty at the University of Bath, is home to six departments. We span a wide range of social science specialisms, such as economics, international education, sport management, international relations, interpreting and translation, forensic psychology, and international development. Our approach to teaching and professional development is designed to leave you well-equipped to kickstart or change careers. Many of our courses offer placements or consultancy projects to give you hands-on experience as part of your degree. Our teaching excellence and real-world experience encourage wider thinking, and help you realise your potential to make a positive impact on society.

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UCD College of Arts and Humanities

UCD is the largest English-speaking university in Europe. Located close to the city-centre, it is the ideal destination for your postgraduate courses, with a beautiful campus, unrivalled range of MA’s and world-class teaching and facilities. UCD is in the top 1% of universities worldwide and #1 for Employability. UCD Arts & Humanities is a leading centre for research, creative practice and innovation, with 240 world-class teachers and scholars, 2,500 students, 7 Schools and the Clinton Institute for American Studies. UCD Arts & Humanities is where a rich academic heritage meets bold, forward-thinking futures. Our academic excellence is reflected in our world rankings: 41st for English Literature & Language and the Top 100 for History and Performing Arts (QS World University Rankings, 2025). As an MA student at UCD you will have direct access to UCD’s extensive range of unique literary, creative and cultural resources, archives and collections.

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University of London Worldwide

The University of London is the UK’s leading provider of online learning internationally, offering programmes to around 40,000 students across the world. We are a pioneer in distance and flexible learning, empowering students in over 190 countries to earn a prestigious degree from the University of London, from wherever they are in the world. We are a federation of 17 prestigious member institutions, including King’s College London, LSE, and UCL, offering our students access to world-class teaching, research, and a global academic community.

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Kent Law School

Kent Law School is one of the UK’s leading law schools, ranked 17th in the UK in THE World University Rankings 2025 and 2nd for research quality in The Complete University Guide 2025. Known for its distinctive critical approach to legal education, students explore law in its wider social and political context, guided by world-class researchers. Kent Law School is internationally recognised for its critical legal education, which encourages students to explore law as a social, political, and ethical force.

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College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences

With over 1,300 postgraduate students, we have a thriving intellectual community, providing training and teaching for the clinicians, researchers and allied health professionals of tomorrow. Making us one of the largest centres for research and professional training in the UK.

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Faculty of Arts and Humanities

UCL Arts & Humanities, placed 7th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025 by subject, is recognised globally for its teaching and research excellence. Since its founding in 1826, UCL has placed the arts and humanities at its core. The first academic chairs in English, German, Greek, Hebrew & Jewish Studies, Italian, Latin, Philosophy, and Spanish were created at UCL between 1826 and 1828. The faculty today houses ten departments, covering disciplines ranging from fine art to creative health to digital humanities, and offers an unparalleled variety in languages, cultures and societies. With our 200-year history of world-leading education and research, we aim to inspire creative and critical thinkers who will foster new constellations of humanities, social sciences, and science for generations to come.

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ESCP Business School (Berlin Campus)

Founded in 1819, ESCP Business School is a truly multicultural institution with campuses in Berlin, London, Madrid, Paris, Turin and Warsaw. Home to students and faculty from over 100 nationalities, ESCP offers a unique business education that weaves together diverse perspectives and cultures, preparing future-focused leaders for global careers. What makes us different? We're not just keeping up with change - we're driving it. We integrate cutting-edge topics such as AI, sustainability and innovation across all programmes, equipping students with the skills to tackle complex business and societal challenges. Our unique European model means you'll study across multiple countries, building the cross-cultural fluency that tomorrow's leaders need. Here, 200+ years of pioneering legacy meets bold exploration. Ready to shape the future of global business?

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Faculty of Social Sciences

The Faculty of Social Sciences is the second youngest faculty of Charles University. It was established in 1990 and is based in Prague, Czech Republic. The faculty offers BA, MA and PhD programs in all areas of social sciences: communication studies and journalism, economic, international, political and sociological studies.

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Faculty of Arts & Humanities

The Faculty of Arts & Humanities at King’s College London is a world-leading centre for the study of culture, history, language, literature, philosophy, religion, media, arts and digital culture. <br><br>As a postgraduate, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with leading experts, develop advanced research and analytical skills, and engage with ideas that shape cultures, societies and global debates. <br><br>Located in the heart of central London, you’ll benefit from unparalleled access to world-renowned museums, archives, theatres, galleries and creative institutions, bringing learning to life beyond the classroom. <br><br>Our graduates go on to careers across sectors including arts and culture, media and communications, policy and the civil service, education, heritage, NGOs and international organisations, as well as further doctoral research. Just as importantly, you'll graduate with the critical thinking skills, adaptability and global perspective that employers value worldwide.

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Edinburgh College of Art

Edinburgh College of Art (ECA) brings together creative practices that shape the world around us. As part of the University of Edinburgh, ECA offers innovative postgraduate programmes across art, design, history of art, music, architecture and landscape architecture, grounded in research-led teaching, critical enquiry, collaboration and real-world practice. Teaching is delivered by internationally recognised academics, artists and practitioners who support students to develop ambitious, independent and socially engaged work. Students benefit from outstanding studios, workshops and digital facilities, a supportive and inclusive creative community, and rich opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration across the wider University. Based in Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, students learn in one of Europe’s most inspiring cultural environments, with exceptional access to world-class galleries, museums, archives and festivals, preparing graduates for diverse creative and professional futures.

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Faculty of Business and Social Science

The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences at the University of Southern Denmark is a leading centre for research and education in business, economics and the social sciences, addressing key societal, economic and organisational challenges in a global context. The faculty is home to the SDU Business School, which holds AACSB accreditation, placing it among a small group of internationally recognised business schools worldwide. Researchers at the faculty study topics such as economic development, public governance, sustainability and business responsibility, international markets, digital transformation, law and regulation, political decision-making and social change. Through strong research environments and close links to practice, the faculty contributes knowledge that shapes businesses, public institutions and societies worldwide.

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SRH Campus Berlin

We are SRH University, a private university network in Germany with a shared vision: education should empower, support, and inspire people to shape their own future. At SRH, people come first. That is why we have created a learning culture that not only provides academic knowledge but also encourages personal development.

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Leeds Online

Study online with the University of Leeds and you’ll gain a degree from a Russell Group university, renowned globally for the quality of our research and teaching. You’ll be taught by subject experts in a stimulating and collaborative environment, with accessible digital resources to enhance your experience. You’ll also have access to our full range of student services and expert support, from the first day of your course until graduation and beyond. Our online courses are accessible from anywhere in the world, for study when it suits you. Plan your studies around your job, family life or other commitments, and take breaks between modules if you need to.

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Discuss contemporary social issues, focusing on gender, feminist and queer theory, and methodology. View course

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Sociology MA

Nottingham Trent University  | 
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This Sociology Masters degree offers you an exciting opportunity to study sociology at an advanced and specialised level with a distinctive focus on… View course

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Sociology MA

University College Cork  | 
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Sociology is concerned with the study of the modern world, how it came into being, and the challenges and crises that it faces at local, national, and global levels. View course

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MPhil in Sociology (The Sociology of Marginality and Exclusion)

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The Department of Sociology at the University of Cambridge is a world-class centre for teaching and research in Sociology. View course

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MPhil in Sociology (Political and Economic Sociology)

University of Cambridge  | 
Department of Sociology

Our Department is ranked first for Sociology in the Complete University Guide League Table 2025 with a 100% score, and second for Sociology in the Guardian's Best Universities league table 2025. View course

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MPhil in Sociology (The Sociology of Media and Culture)

University of Cambridge  | 
Department of Sociology

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University College Cork  | 
College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences

Our Higher Diploma in Arts (Sociology) at UCC is a conversion course for students who have already completed an undergraduate degree. View course

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In the GW Master of Arts in Sociology program, students focus on forms of social inequality while honing their skills in sociological theory and research methods. View course

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Anglia Ruskin University ARU  | 
Faculty of Arts, Humanities, Education and Social Sciences

Gain an in-depth understanding of the latest issues in sociology. View course

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