Sociology (MA)

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Degree

Master of Arts (MA)

Department

Sociology & Anthropology

Faculty

Faculty of Arts & Science

Program type

Thesis

Primary campus

Sir George Williams (SGW)

Duration

2 years

Credits

45 credits

Start term

Fall, Winter

Program overview

The MA in Sociology allows you to gain advanced training in a wide variety of sociological methods and theories. Our courses and materials explore the traditional foundations of sociology while also offering opportunities to consider new and emerging areas of social inquiry. You will conduct studies that address contemporary social problems and examine various cultural practices that impact individuals on personal, local and global levels. Our faculty members have connections to multiple research centres, such as the Centre for the Interdisciplinary Study of Culture and Society, the Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism Studies, the Centre for Technoculture and Games (TAG), and the newly launched Milieux Institute for Arts, Culture and Technology. Well-known for encouraging students to participate in local, national and international research projects, our faculty also includes Quebec's first-ever Research Chair on Gambling.

Program structure

Degree Requirements

Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 45 credits.

Please see the Sociology and Anthropology Courses page for course descriptions.

Sociology MA (45 credits)

credits chosen from one of the following options:

MA in Sociology with Thesis - Primary Research (Option A)

MA in Sociology with Thesis - Bibliographic Research (Option B)

Additional courses may be taken from outside the program, subject to the advice and approval of the students supervisor or the Graduate Program Director.

MA in Sociology with Thesis - Primary Research (Option A) (45 credits)

credits of Required Courses:

• SOCI 602 Issues in Classical Sociological Theory (3.00)

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• SOCI 603 Issues in Contemporary Sociological Theory (3.00)

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• SOCI 612 Quantitative Research Design and Methods (3.00)

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• SOCI 613 Qualitative Research Design and Methods (3.00)

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• SOCI 660 Professional Development Seminar (3.00)

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• SOCI 690 Research Proposal (3.00)

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credits of Elective Courses chosen from the Sociology MA Selected Topics‌ list

credits:

• SOCI 691 Thesis - Primary Research (21.00)

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MA in Sociology with Thesis - Bibliographic Research (Option B) (45 credits)

credits of Required Courses:

• SOCI 602 Issues in Classical Sociological Theory (3.00)

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• SOCI 603 Issues in Contemporary Sociological Theory (3.00)

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• SOCI 612 Quantitative Research Design and Methods (3.00)

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• SOCI 613 Qualitative Research Design and Methods (3.00)

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• SOCI 660 Professional Development Seminar (3.00)

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credits of Elective Courses chosen from the Sociology MA Selected Topics‌ list

credits:

• SOCI 695 Thesis - Bibliographic Research (18.00)

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Sociology MA Selected Topics

• SOCI 601 Topics in Advanced Theory (3.00)

• SOCI 611 Topics in Advanced Methodology (3.00)

• SOCI 620 Population and Society (3.00)

• SOCI 622 Studies in Race and Ethnicity (3.00)

• SOCI 625 Sociology of Culture (3.00)

• SOCI 626 North American Societies (3.00)

• SOCI 627 Social Movements and Social Change (3.00)

• SOCI 632 Sociology of the Family (3.00)

• SOCI 633 Sociology of Knowledge (3.00)

• SOCI 635 Gender Studies (3.00)

• SOCI 637 Development (3.00)

• SOCI 638 The City (3.00)

• SOCI 639 Social Problems (3.00)

• SOCI 640 Community Studies (3.00)

• SOCI 642 Studies in Governance (3.00)

• SOCI 644 Sociology of the Body (3.00)

• SOCI 645 Sociology of Men (3.00)

• SOCI 646 Globalization (3.00)

• SOCI 647 Democracy and Citizenship (3.00)

• SOCI 648 Health, Illness and Medicine (3.00)

• SOCI 649 Media and Communication (3.00)

• SOCI 652 Self and Subjectivity (3.00)

• SOCI 653 Intellectual Biography (3.00)

• SOCI 650 Special Topic in Sociology I (3.00)

• SOCI 651 Special Topic in Sociology II (3.00)

Consult the Graduate Calendar for the complete list of courses

Admission requirements

Admission Requirements

Solid undergraduate preparation with a range of competence similar to that demanded of Major students at Concordia, and a minimum B average in their undergraduate studies.
Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the English language proficiency page for further information on requirements and exemptions.
Language Requirements. Thesis proposals which depend on special linguistic skills will be accepted only from students competent in the appropriate languages.

Application process

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Application deadlines

FALL

February 1

WINTER

October 1

SUMMER

n/a

Priority will be given to complete applications submitted by the deadline. In some cases, programs may continue to accept applications as long as there is space available.

International students: Considering the waiting period involved in meeting the entry requirements to Canada and Quebec, we strongly encourage international applicants to apply early and submit supporting documents prior to the deadline.

Tuition & funding

Tuition and fees

Tuition and fees of the program may depend on your student status, among other key factors. Estimate these costs based on the most common situations.

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Awards and funding

Funding packages are generally available for students in thesis-based programs. They come in the form of awards, teaching and research assistantships are offered at the time of admission to most students to allow them to focus on their research and studies. Research and thesis-based students are automatically considered for all entrance graduate awards when they apply to Concordia, provided they meet eligibility criteria. No separate application is required.

Learn more about entrance awards

The Quebec and Canadian governments offer a number of competitive graduate scholarships. We encourage you to apply for these awards at the same time you are preparing your application.

Consult the list of awards available

Other programs of interest

Conduct research into a wide array of topics including gender, colonialism, media and technology, language, environmental politics and the senses.

Department

Department of Sociology & Anthropology

Faculty

Faculty of Arts & Science

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Sociology (MA)

Program overview