Master of Arts (MA) in Sociology is  a Post grdauate program in Sociology which focuses on an in-depth study of society and its mechanism. It is a 2 year course offered at university level.

For admission to this program, a candidate must have a Bachelor degree in any stream from a recognized university in India. The average course fee for the program ranges from 25,000 INR to 70,000 INR for two years.

Since Sociology is a wide and expansive subject, an MA in Sociology open up job opportunities in a wide array of fields such as Education, Media and Journalism, Public Relations, and Administration. The average starting salary for MA Sociology graduates ranges from 15,000 INR to 25,000 INR per month.

What is MA Sociology about?

MA Sociology is offered at university level and is a course which provides opportunity to learn about human society, social customs and different social systems on a deeper level. An MA in Sociology is a natural next juncture for students who pursue Sociology at Bachelor level.  

MA in Sociology helps a student understand the nuances of the human society. It helps develop an understanding of how human society originated and its various evolutionary stages. An MA in Sociology prepares individuals with a better understanding of the frameworks of societies and communities around the world, thus making them adept at understanding how organizations work in the contemporary setting.

Who should opt for MA Sociology?

A post-graduate course in any discipline adds value to the skills and knowledge of an individual. An MA in Sociology is certainly for those who wish to stand out in the crowd of students with a BA in Sociology. It is also a course perfect for students who wish to enhance their knowledge about how societies work. In modern day world a successful career in any field highly depends upon the knowledge one has about the community around them.

Since MA in Sociology also has elements of research involved in the curriculum, this course is also perfect for students who eye a future career in research based jobs.

Duration

The average duration of the program is two years in which each year is divided in two semesters. For distance programs in MA Sociology, the maximum duration to complete course requirements is 5 years.

Where to study?

There are more than 1500 Colleges which offer MA courses but fewer colleges which offer an MA program in Sociology. Some of the top Universities for MA Sociology are:

• Jamia Millia Islamia University, Delhi
• Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
• University of Delhi, Delhi
• University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad
• Annamalai University, Cuddalore
• University of Calcutta, Kolkata

Academic Options after MA Sociology

After completion of MA Sociology, candidates can opt for a higher degree in Sociology such as M.Phil. in Sociology and PhD in Sociology. These are research degree which further allow a candidate to specialize in a particular area related to sociology. It also allows a student to research

Aspirants seeking admission to 2 year Full-time MA Program must have 45% marks in the aggregate at the qualifying Bachelor’s Degree with or without the subjects offered for P.G. admission or 55% marks in the subject offered.