Program Overview
The Sociology at California State University Bakersfield 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 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 3,369 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Bakersfield, United States, United States
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
- SOC 300 Introduction to Research Methods (5)
- SOC 301 Classical Sociological Theory (5)
- SOC 302 Contemporary Sociological Theory (5)
- SOC 312 Social Psychology (5)
- BEHS 318 Psychological AnthSOC 400 Quantitative Analysis (5)
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 2.5 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).
Admissions Requirements
Admission to the Master of Arts in Sociology program requires that the following basic criteria be met:
1. Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
2. GPA of 2.5 overall and 3.0 over the last 60 semester or 90 quarter units.
3. A satisfactory TOEFL score (a minimum of 500) or 213 on the new conversion scale for International students.
4. In lieu of the requirements listed in item 2 above, a student may petition the Graduate Program Coordinator for an exception.
5. Satisfactory completion of the following undergraduate courses: Introductory Statistics, Social Theory, and Research Methods. Students who have not completed these courses as part of their undergraduate degrees may be admitted conditionally and will be required to complete these courses prior to taking graduate-level courses.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 3,369 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 3,369 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact California State University Bakersfield 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 California State University Bakersfield
California State University Bakersfield
United States
California State University, Bakersfield is a public university in Bakersfield, California. It was established in 1965 as Kern State College and officially in 1968 as California State College...
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