MA in Sociology by Research
University of York
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The Department of Sociology is the ideal place for those who wish to undertake their own sociological research. We are ranked 1st in the UK for research quality by the Times Higher Educations ranking of the Research Excellence Framework 2014.IntroductionIn addition to the Departments taught course route, it is also possible for students to undertake their MA in Sociology by Research Dissertation. Students taking this route would be expected to undertake a rigorous piece of independent research ...Read more

The Department of Sociology is the ideal place for those who wish to undertake their own sociological research. We are ranked 1st in the UK for research quality by the Times Higher Education's ranking of the Research Excellence Framework 2014.

Introduction

In addition to the Department's taught course route, it is also possible for students to undertake their MA in Sociology by Research Dissertation. Students taking this route would be expected to undertake a rigorous piece of independent research working closely with their supervisor (meeting at least twice per term).We offer MA by Research courses on a part-time or full-time basis and there is also the option to study on campus or at a distance. We encourage distance learners to attend campus for the induction period (generally in September) but otherwise, all supervision would take place remotely via video-conferencing. Whichever mode of attendance you choose, the final certificate will be the same (i.e., MA by Research in Sociology).

Departmental areas of expertise

Supervision can be drawn from the Department's expanding range of expertise in:

  • Criminology,
  • Conversation Analysis
  • Social Media
  • Sociology of Health and the Body
  • Science and Technology Studies
  • Gender
  • Anomalous Experience
  • Culture and Consumption

Although this is not a taught course students do have the option of taking modules and research methods training where appropriate, although this is not compulsory.

The thesis

The 25,000-word thesis must be completed within a 12-month period (Full time) and demonstrate good evidence of the candidate's ability to critically investigate a specific field of study, using solid and appropriate research methodology, written to a high standard of presentation.

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20 Feb 24

The feel of the university, including the people and campuses make it a great place to study The support systems could be improved by being more involved..Read more

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20 Feb 24

The facilities are fantastic and I enjoy all of my lectures. I like the fact that it’s not so central to the city; it gives a nice contrast to academic and personal life. I think..Read more

Entry requirements

This is particularly appropriate for students with a focused interest in a particular area of sociology, who have already developed a firm basis for their chosen research topic. Those who have, or are soon to complete, a degree in Sociology or a similar discipline, or whose degree major contained a significant proportion of Sociology units, are eligible to apply.

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£4,863 per year

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£24,500 per year

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£24,500 per year

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University of York
Heslington York YO10 5DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  1.1 miles away

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