Program Overview
The Sociology at University of the West Indies Cave Hill Campus Barbados is a MSc programme in Social Sciences, 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 Sociology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Barbados and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 12,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 12,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Sociology programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Sociological Theory
- Social Construction of Reality
- Social Development, Policy and Planning
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
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- A Bachelor\' degree or equivalent from a university or college acceptable to The University of the West Indies, with at least second class honours.\xc2\xa0
- Satisfactory completion of at least one undergraduate course in each of the following areas: Sociology, Sociological Theory, Research Methods, Caribbean Social Problems, and Caribbean History\xc2\xa0
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 12,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 12,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 12,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 12,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the West Indies Cave Hill Campus Barbados 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 University of the West Indies Cave Hill Campus Barbados
University of the West Indies Cave Hill Campus Barbados
Bridgetown, Barbados
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University Profile- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English