Program Overview
The Sociology at Cleveland State University is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 24 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 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 998 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 905 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Cleveland, 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
- Sociological Theory
- Sociological Research Methods
- Sociological Statistics I
- Sociological Statistics II
- Aging And The Life Course
- Deviance And Social Control
- Criminological Theory
- Aspects of Police Work
- Sociology of Health
- Gender and Society
- Sociological Analysis Of Work And Economic Change
- Urban Social Change
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
All applicants must meet College of Graduate Studies requirements for admission. Students must have a minimum overall grade-point average of 3.0. All applicants are also required to submit scores for the Graduate Record Examination. An applicant may hold a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in a field other than sociology, but there should be evidence of sociological preparation. An undergraduate course in statistics is essential. In some cases, students who lack a background in sociology and/or statistics may be granted conditional admission while course deficiencies are satisfied.
Students applying for admission must submit transcripts and two letters of reference, at least one of which should be from a professor who is from one of the social sciences and is familiar with the student\xc2\x92s work.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 998 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 905 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 998 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 905 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Cleveland 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 Cleveland State University
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, United States
Cleveland State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-16
- Language English
- Duration 24 months