Program Overview
The Sociology at University of Texas Arlington is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 12 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 18,428 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,128 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Texas City, 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
- Conference Course.
- Sociological Theory.
- Research Design.
- Social Statistics I.
- Seminars In Social Psychology.
- Seminars In Social Institutions And Change.
- Seminars In Social Differentiation.
- Seminars In Theory And Research Methods.
- Non-thesis Project.
- Research Practicum / Internship.
- Teaching Sociology.
- Conference Course In Sociology.
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 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of 3 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).
Admission Requirements:
- Undergraduate grade point average
- Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores
- Letters of recommendation from faculty
- Preparation in sociology and satisfactory performance in sociology courses and/or courses in related disciplines
- A statement (2-3 pages) describing the applicant\xc2\x92s academic background, research/study interests, and professional goals
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 18,428 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,128 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 18,428 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,128 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Texas Arlington 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 Texas Arlington
University of Texas Arlington
United States
The University of Texas at Arlington is a public research university in Arlington, Texas, United States. It is the second oldest university in the University of Texas System and was founded in...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-10-17
- Start Date 2018-01-16
- Language English
- Duration 12 months