MA Sociology at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Gain detailed knowledge of social life alongside the skills needed to develop new ideas. Explore the social issues, inequalities and transformations shaping life in the twenty-first century. Build in-demand analytical and research skills for careers in academia, government, research institutes, commercial research, consultancy and data analysis.

What you will study

A master’s degree is formed of 180 credits. On the MA Sociology, there are five mandatory course units, including a dissertation worth 60 credits. Compulsory units include PGT Dissertation, Social Theory: Structure, Relations and Interaction (SRI), Cultural Criticism: Sources for a Public Sociology, Research Design, Research Strategy and Project Management.

Career pathways

The University of Manchester is one of the most targeted universities by the UK’s top graduate employers (High Fliers, The Graduate Market Report 2024). Our MA Sociology course gives you the specialist skills required for a range of careers, such as in: education; social and community work, such as welfare advice, working with families, or people experiencing homelessness and poor mental health; international humanitarian institutions like the...

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Application information

Entry requirements

We require a UK bachelor's degree with a First or Upper Second classification or the overseas equivalent, in Sociology or a Social Science subject for direct entry to the MA programme. When assessing your academic record we consider your degree subject, grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. English language: IELTS Academic test score of 7 overall, including 7 in writing with no further component score below 6.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,400 a year (2027/28). MA (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 28,100 a year (2027/28). MA (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 Year

Apply through the official page: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/admissions/how-to-apply/

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