Program Overview
The Sociology or Social Policy at Victoria University of Wellington is a MA 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 or Social Policy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 28,008 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,012 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Wellington, New Zealand
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Sociology or Social Policy programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Investigations in the Social World
- Reproducing Gendered Bodies
- Knowledge, Power and Social Research
- Qualitative Data Analysis
- Rethinking the Social
- Social Organisation
- Social Movements and the State
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Graduation certificates and full academic transcripts for\nall tertiary studies.
- Two Academic References.
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Research proposal for thesis programme.
- IELTS and TOEFL as mentioned below and PTE (Pearson Test of\nEnglish) \xc2\x96 score 65
- In general, for applicants who have a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree\ngraded in a GPA system, the GPA should be at least 3.0 out of 4.0.
- For some programmes, evidence of relevant work/ research may\nbe necessary.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 28,008 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,012 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 28,008 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,012 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Victoria University of Wellington 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 Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand
Victoria University of Wellington is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-12-17
- Start Date 2018-03-05
- Language English