Masters Achievement Scholarships
Durham University · Postgraduate
- Available to all international students
- For postgraduate study
- Open to your course

The MSc Sociology at Durham University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Durham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Course details The MSc in Sociology equips you with an advanced and critical understanding of sociological theories and perspectives, and how they are applied to contemporary issues and social transformations. It paves the way into careers in a range of fields, from government and NGOs to charitable organisations, social research and teaching. The analytical focus of the MSc also offers a route into academic research. International tuition fees are £29,500 per year, home/UK fees are £13,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years, a 96% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:1 |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£29,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£13,000
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
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Durham University · Postgraduate
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Durham University · Postgraduate
Durham University · Postgraduate

Durham University offers Sociology as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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