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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
28-SEP-26
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Duration
1 Year
Course summary
On this MSc Sociology, you’ll learn how to apply sociological theories and carry out research to tackle real-world problems. Students develop their critical and independent thinking skills across a wide range of courses. Within the department, we have particular research strengths in economic sociology, politics and human rights, social inequalities, urban sociology and the social studies of knowledge, culture and technology. Our research engages with many major issues confronting the world, such as inequalities, urbanisation, and technological change. This research informs our graduate teaching. This flexible master’s programme allows you to pursue your sociology interests in many areas. In addition to the department’s research clusters, the supervisory team has expertise in other fields such as criminology, family demography, and science and technology studies. You’ll also complete rigorous training in social science research methods – offering excellent preparation for a career in research, policymaking or many other areas. LSE is home to one of the world’s top sociology departments and our research has shaped the discipline in the UK and internationally. Our department houses and we work closely with academics from across LSE and our broader research centres, such as the International Inequalities Institute and LSE Cities. We also run an active public events programme, led by LSE academics and leading external sociologists. Our graduates pursue interesting and stimulating careers in research and policymaking.
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£ 30,400per year
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University information
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
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University League Table
3rd
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Campus address
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London, Houghton Street, London, Greater London, WC2A 2AE, United Kingdom
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
3rd out of 103
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Entry standards
/ Max 200157 78%7th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10083.0 83%3rd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.24 81%18th
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