Sociology MA (Hons)

Sociology examines how individual choices are affected by wider social forces and how they can be understood by placing them in their social context.<br/><br/>You will study:<br/><br/><br/>* the relationship between individuals and groups<br/><br/><br/>* issues of belonging and identity<br/><br/><br/>* the social causes of cooperation and conflict<br/><br/><br/>* the way societies and social institutions are formed and how they change over time<br/><br/><br/>You will also learn to compare different national contexts, and understand contemporary social issues from a global perspective.<br/><br/><strong>Programme benefits</strong><br/><br/><br/>* Our commitment to teaching and student support is seen in the wins and nominations we have achieved over the years at the Edinburgh University Students Association Teaching Awards.<br/><br/><br/>* One of the great strengths of studying sociology with us is the breadth and diversity of topics covered.<br/><br/><br/>* We offer opportunities to study abroad in Year 3.<br/><br/><br/>* The degree programme can be taken with a focus on quantitative methods.<br/>