Program Overview
The Sociology at Portland 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 6.5
- Tuition: USD 605 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 401 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Portland, 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
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Transcripts. \xc2\xa0You must upload transcripts to the application site. \xc2\xa0These transcripts can be unofficial until the review process is completed.
Three letters of recommendation. \xc2\xa0We require three letters of recommendation from three individuals who are familiar with your scholarly work.
Statement of Purpose
GRE scores
Sample of Scholarly Writing. \xc2\xa0We ask you to upload a sample of your scholarly writing. \xc2\xa0This should not be more than 50 pages, but can be the length of a research paper, usually 10-30 pages. \xc2\xa0An example is usually a paper written for a course for which you have received a high mark/score/grade.\xc2\xa0
- CV/Resume
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 605 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 401 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 605 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 401 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Portland 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 Portland State University
Portland State University
Portland, United States
Portland 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 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-24
- Language English
- Duration 24 months