Program Overview
The Applied Social Research at Florida State University is a Master programme in Social Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Applied Social Research programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,110 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 479 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Tallahassee, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Applied Social Research programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- The curriculum consists of 33 required credit hours. A minimum of 21 hours must be taken in the Sociology Department. The remaining 12 hours may be taken in sociology or another area with approval.
- Of the total of 33 hours, at least 12 hours must consist of research methods or statistics, with a minimum of nine in sociology (up to three hours may be taken in other departments.) Any other courses in sociology may be taken to complete the 33 hours, including research methods, statistics, theory, or substantive courses and seminars.
- Internship opportunities will be made available.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- The program is available to students of all majors who have passed with a grade of \xc2\x93C\xc2\x94 or better a college-level course in social statistics and qualify on the other admissions criteria.
- A minimum of a 3.0 grade point average for the last 60 hours of undergraduate work and a total of 300 on the verbal and quantitative portions of the GRE.
- A personal statement of goals and anticipated plans.
- Three letters of recommendation, two must be from college faculty.
- An electronic copy of all transcripts, undergraduate and graduate, reflecting any academic work you have undertaken (copies to our Department can be unofficial but transcripts to FSU Graduate Admissions Office must be official)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,110 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 479 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,110 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 479 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Florida State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Florida State University
Florida State University
Tallahassee, United States
Florida State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-05-18
- Start Date 2018-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months