MA Sociology

The Sociology Postgraduate Course at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) provides a thorough grounding in the principles of sociology and allows students to critically engage with current issues and debates. The course suits those with an undergraduate degree in Social Sciences, and professionals in the public sector and corporate world. Additionally, it is designed to prepare students for a career in research by providing them with the necessary skills.Course Content: The course is split into three modules - Sociological Methodology, Critical Social Theory, and the Sociology Research Project. The focus is on contemporary sociological theories and research, and equips students with the analytical and methodological skills to understand and participate in current academic and public discourses about national and global social challenges.Key Modules: The three core modules of this course are 'Sociological Methodology' which covers the philosophy of social research and the principles of research design, 'Critical Social Theory' which provides an understanding of contemporary sociological theory, and the 'Sociology Research Project' where students carry out independent research.Future Careers: Graduates from this course can opt for careers in a range of fields such as social research, policy analysis, public administration, international non-governmental organisations, third sector roles, and careers in education or criminal justice.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.