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17 Best Sociology Master of Arts (MA) Degree Programs for 2024

Discover the leading Sociology Master of Arts (MA) Degree programs for 2024. Our list of 17 courses is tailored to help you excel in your chosen field with WeUni.

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Master in Migration Studies and New Societies

Università degli Studi di Milano

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Italy

Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology, Public Health

Master of Arts (MA)

This unique joint programme, is co-developed within the framework of the 4EU+ European University Alliance by the University of Milan, the Charles University of Prague and the University of Warsaw. It is taught in English and aims at providing students an understanding of social and political opportunities and challenges posed by global and intra-EU migration. It provides skills to interpret complex political and socio-economic phenomena in a critical way and appraise their normative, social, political and anthropological implications.

English

2 Years

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Master of Arts in Sociology

New Mexico State University Online

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United States of America (USA)

Social Sciences, Sociology

Master of Arts (MA)

The Master of Arts in Sociology provides advanced training in qualitative and quantitative research design, interpretation, and theory to understand individuals, groups, organizations and communities. Elective courses focus on social inequality based on race/class/gender as well as reflect the faculty specializations in Education, Migration, the US-Mexico Border, Community Development, Alternative Economies, Social Movements, Digital Media, Political Sociology, Environmental Sociology, Popular Culture, and Social Psychology. We provide our students an education that can lead to careers outside of academia or prepare them to pursue doctoral studies if desired.

International Master of Arts in Sociology of Law

Oñati International Institute For The Sociology Of Law

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Spain

Sociology, Law, International Relations

Master of Arts (MA)

A double degree in Sociology of Law and in Sustainable Development (the UNIVERSITY OF MILAN and UPV/EHU - Oñati IISL)

MA in Digital Culture and Society

King's College London - Faculty of Arts & Humanities

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United Kingdom

Sociology, Communication, Digital Marketing

Master of Arts (MA)

Our course gives students a unique opportunity to critically study the developments and implications of digital technologies on contemporary culture and society. Our programme looks at how digital developments are reshaping various socio-political and economic fields such as work, governance, identity, cultural communication, finance, industry, and many more.

English

1 Year

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MA in Social Science

Georgia Southern University

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United States of America (USA)

Social Sciences, Psychology, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Policy

Master of Arts (MA)

The Master of Arts in Social Science (MASS) is the first program of its kind in the University System of Georgia. Unlike traditional Master of Arts programs, which limit the number of courses students can take outside their home discipline, the Master of Arts in Social Science is designed to take advantage of an array of graduate seminars from the social sciences.

English

2 Years

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Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies

University at Albany

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United States of America (USA)

Social Sciences, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology

Master of Arts (MA)

Develop the skills you need to become an agent for positive social change and an effective advocate for marginalized people across gender, race, class, sexuality, and nationality differences.

Master of Arts in Conflict Analysis and Management

Royal Roads University

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Canada

Social Sciences, Psychology, Sociology

Master of Arts (MA)

The Royal Roads approach to conflict analysis and management is unique in that it reflects the full spectrum from interpersonal to international conflict. We view conflict as neither good nor bad, but as a necessary element of all relationships. Conflict exists everywhere and opportunities exist to work with it, change it, and utilize it.

English

2 Years

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MA in Criminology: Crime & Victimisation

University of Suffolk

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United Kingdom

Psychology, Sociology, Law, Criminology

Master of Arts (MA)

The MA Criminology: Crime and Victimisation address contemporary issues within the study of crime, community safety and criminal justice. It will enable you to develop specialist knowledge of the current trends and historical debates surrounding crime causation, crime control and regulation in the UK and internationally.

English

1 Year

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MA in Criminology

The George Washington University - Columbian College of Arts & Sciences

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United States of America (USA)

Social Sciences, Psychology, Sociology, Law, Criminology

Master of Arts (MA)

GW’s Master of Arts in Criminology program has a strong emphasis on research methods, incorporates required and elective courses from the GW Department of Forensic Sciences and underscores the way crime and criminal justice need to be understood in social context. The program is housed in the Sociology Department and therefore draws on criminology’s roots in sociology. Racism and police abuse of force are as much the subject matter of our program as are classes in punishment, criminal law and traditional criminological theories of crime.

English

2 Years

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MA in Intercultural Studies

Trinity International University

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Online

United States of America (USA)

Sociology, Anthropology, Communication, International Relations, Cultural Heritage, Foreign Languages and Literatures, Linguistics, Education, Translation and Interpretation

Master of Arts (MA)

This program provides specialized study in the discipline of intercultural studies and Christian mission. The MA/ICS is suitable for persons seeking academic preparation for service as missionaries, cross-cultural workers, teachers, strategists, and researchers. It may also serve as an intermediate step toward doctoral study in a related area.

English

1 Year

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MA in Conflict Transformation and Social Justice

Queen's University Belfast - Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

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United Kingdom

Social Sciences, Political Science, Sociology, Social Policy, Law

Master of Arts (MA)

This is a unique and innovative interdisciplinary programme taught through subject areas that include law, anthropology, English, history, philosophy, politics, psychology, sociology and the creative arts. Module choice within the programme will permit you to build your own personalised portfolio of knowledge and learning within the area of conflict transformation and social justice.

English

1 Year

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MA in Gender Studies - Intersectionality and Change

Linköping University

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Sweden

Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology

Master of Arts (MA)

Become an agent for change! This one-of-a-kind master’s program makes you highly skilled in analyzing how social and cultural change can be initiated or sustained by integrating a critical understanding of gender and intersectionality.

English

2 Years

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MA in Reconciliation

University of Winchester

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United Kingdom

Social Sciences, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, International Relations, Public Policy

Master of Arts (MA)

The Reconciliation programmes at Winchester draw on insights from a range of academic disciplines, case studies, and cultural and faith traditions from around the world. They give you a multidisciplinary introduction to the study and practice of reconciliation and peacebuilding, with the work and experience of St Ethelburga’s Centre for Reconciliation and Peace informing their design.

English

1 Year

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MA in Ethnic and Migration Studies

Linköping University

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Sweden

Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology

Master of Arts (MA)

Make your commitment matter! You are dedicated to helping to tackle some of the most challenging issues in today’s world. This unique master’s program relates ethnicity and migration to global economic and cultural change, and to systems of domination and resistance movements.

English

2 Years

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MA Conflict Transformation and Social Justice

Queen's University Belfast

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United Kingdom

Social Sciences, Political Science, Sociology, Social Policy

Master of Arts (MA)

This is a unique and innovative interdisciplinary programme taught through subject areas that include law, anthropology, English, history, philosophy, politics, psychology, sociology and the creative arts. Module choice within the programme will permit you to build your own personalised portfolio of knowledge and learning within the area of conflict transformation and social justice. You will be taught by academics and practitioners whose expertise is both national and global and who offer research-led teaching in areas of conflict such as South/ Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Southern Europe, South America and Northern Ireland. Queens University offers the only global interdisciplinary MA programme on Conflict Transformation and Social Justice.

English

1 Year

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Master in Global Strategy and Security

Università degli Studi di Torino

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Italy

Sociology

Master of Arts (MA)

This course focuses on the planning and implementation of global strategies to ensure security at an international level. Students analyze geopolitical dynamics, global risks, and security management techniques, learning to develop prevention and response strategies for global crises. The program combines aspects of business strategy and international security to prepare professionals to manage complex challenges in globalized and interconnected contexts.

Italian

1 Year

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Master in Strategic-Military International Studies

Università degli Studi di Torino

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Italy

Sociology

Master of Arts (MA)

The Strategic-Military International Studies course focuses on the analysis of geopolitical dynamics, military strategies, and global security. Students explore strategic planning, military operations, and international cooperation in the defense sector. The program offers advanced skills in assessing global threats and formulating security and defense strategies, preparing professionals capable of operating in complex and interconnected contexts.

Italian

1 Year

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Master of Arts (MA), Sociology

A Master of Arts (MA) degree is a postgraduate academic degree that focuses on humanities, social sciences, and fine arts. It typically involves advanced study, research, and critical analysis in a specific field, providing students with specialized knowledge and skills to pursue careers in academia, research, or various industries.

Sociology is the study of society, social behavior, and the interactions among individuals and groups. It explores topics such as social inequality, culture, institutions, and social change. Sociologists analyze patterns of behavior and social structures to understand how societies function and evolve over time.