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Sociology

University of New Brunswick
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Tuition CAD 14,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 7,928 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Deadline Jan, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Fredericton, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Sociology at University of New Brunswick 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 Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7.5
  5. Tuition: CAD 14,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 7,928 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Fredericton, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Sociology programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:

  1. Policy Analyst
  2. NGO Programme Manager
  3. Researcher
  4. Social Worker
  5. Diplomat
  6. Development Consultant

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Domestic and Family Violence (‘Intimate Partner Violence’) (Carmen Gill, Catherine Holtmann, Nancy Nason-Clark)
  2. Health, Health Policy, and the Social Determinants of Health (Dan Crouse, Jacqueline Low, Paul Peters, Luc Thériault, Neeru Gupta)
  3. Population Studies (Dan Crouse, Paul Peters, Lucia Tramonte)
  4. Law, Criminalization, and Security (Tia Dafnos, Carmen Gill, David Hofmann)

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3.5

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3.5 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).

  • Masters applicants require an undergraduate Major or Honours degree in Sociology (or equivalent) and a minimum GPA of 3.5 (a B+). Students with an undergraduate degree outside of Sociology may be considered following completion of additional courses equivalent to a Sociology Major or Honours degree. (Please contact the Sociology Graduate Studies Director for more information.)
  • PhD applicants require a MA in Sociology (usually with an MA thesis) or equivalent. Students without a MA in Sociology may be considered for entry or may be asked to undertake a qualifying year to complete additional courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.7 (an A-).
  • Applicants should contact relevant faculty members in the Sociology Department to ascertain their availability and their potential interest in becoming a supervisor.
  • Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to submit language scores of IELTS band 7.5 or equivalent
  • Applications must include:
      • A statement of interest (600 words) about intended research and why UNB was selected
      • Writing sample (usually a long undergraduate paper or a chapter from their MA)
      • An official academic transcript
      • Three letters of reference
      • A CV
      • A completed application

    English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    CAD 14,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 7,928 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    Tuition fees: CAD 14,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 7,928 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    IELTS requirement: 7.5

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact University of New Brunswick 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.

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    Fredericton, Canada

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    Application Information
    • Application Deadline Jan, 2027
    • Start Date Sep, 2026
    • Language English
    • Duration 24 months
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