byGaganDeep
Updated on - 29 Jun, 2024
MA in Sociology is a two years post graduate degree programme that is designed to impart knowledge and understanding of society and its mechanism. The MA Sociology usually takes 2 years of study and it is comprising of 4 semesters. Some of them are Sociological theories, Methods of sociological research, Social issues and problems, Sociology of development, Industrial Sociology, Rural Sociology, Sociology of religion. Students are trained in qualitative and quantitative research procedures and are required to write a dissertation at the end of the program using research work done by the student.
Some of the widely accepted entrance tests for admission in MA Sociology are CUCET- Central Universities Common Entrance Test, TISSNET- Tata Institute of Social Sciences National Entrance Test, IGNOU OPENMAT- Indira Gandhi National Open University Admission Test and other entrance tests of universities /institutes offering the course of MA Sociology. In addition, on the basis of merit, some Institutes may also offer direct admission to the students who have passed the qualifying examination which is a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks.
| Highlight | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Master of Arts in Sociology |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Course Level | Postgraduate |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree in Sociology or related fields, with a minimum required percentage (usually 50-60%) |
| Top Colleges | Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), University of Delhi, Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), University of Hyderabad, Banaras Hindu University (BHU) |
1. Candidate must have passed Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50 % marks from any recognized University.
2. Candidates from social sciences recommended but applications from students from other fields are welcome.
3. Appreciation of sociological paradigms, theories, and research methods would be an added advantage.
4. Candidates should be able to analyze; he/she should have passion in human society/social affairs.
5. The candidates who make it to shortlist may have to undergo the entrance exam and/or interview organized by the university/institute.
6. Final selection is normally made depending on the candidate’s performance in the various areas such as academic achievements, entrance examination results, interview, and any experience if any.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Classical Sociological Theory | Theories of Marx, Weber, Durkheim, Sociological imagination, Historical context of sociological theories |
| Modern Sociological Theory | Structural functionalism, Conflict theory, Symbolic interactionism, Feminist theory |
| Research Methodology | Quantitative methods, Qualitative methods, Research design, Data analysis techniques |
| Sociology of India | Caste system, Social movements in India, Rural and urban sociology, Contemporary social issues in India |
| Urban Sociology | Urbanization, Urban social structure, Urban problems, Urban planning and policy |
| Sociology of Development | Theories of development, Globalization, Social change, Development policies |
| Gender and Society | Gender roles and identities, Feminism, Gender inequality, Gender and development |
| Political Sociology | Power and authority, State and society, Political parties and movements, Citizenship |
| Sociology of Education | Educational institutions, Socialization, Education and inequality, Educational policies |
| Sociology of Religion | Religious beliefs and practices, Secularism, Religion and society, New religious movements |
| Specialization | Average Salary (INR) |
|---|---|
| Social Work | 3,50,000 - 7,00,000 |
| Human Resources (HR) | 4,00,000 - 8,00,000 |
| Market Research Analyst | 4,20,000 - 8,50,000 |
| Public Policy Analyst | 4,50,000 - 9,00,000 |
| Urban Planning | 4,00,000 - 8,00,000 |
| Social Development | 3,80,000 - 7,50,000 |
| Teaching | 3,50,000 - 7,00,000 |