Admission requirements
Candidates must have an honours degree in sociology or an equivalent social science degree with a minimum average of 75%. Since the focus of the program is on applied social research, candidates should have familiarity with sociological research methods including introductory statistics. Candidates who lack strength in these areas will be asked to take additional courses.
In addition to the general admission requirements, the department asks candidates to submit a letter containing a statement of their research interest and an example of their recent written work. Three letters of reference must also be submitted.
Please note that the application deadline for September admission is March 1.
Degree requirements
To obtain the master’s degree in Sociology (applied social research) candidates must fulfill the two following program requirements:
Option I
Take three compulsory courses: SOCI 5106 E/F, SOCI 5216 E/F, and SOCI 5217 E/F or SOCI 5417 E/F* ;
*Which of these will be the required course for the program will be determined in consultation with the supervisor and the English MA Coordinator.
and
Take two additional 3-credit courses (for a total of five courses) as well as submit and defend a master’s thesis.
Option II
Take three compulsory courses: SOCI 5106 E/F, SOCI 5216 E/F and SOCI 5217 E/F or SOCI 5417 E/F*;
*Which of these will be the required course for the program will be determined in consultation with the supervisor and the English MA Coordinator.
and
Take four additional 3-credit courses (for a total of seven courses) as well as submit and defend a master’s essay.
For the successful completion of a program, an average of “B” (70%) standing must be maintained in all courses in the area of specialization (obligatory courses); such courses will be indicated by the students’ Advisory Committee. Students must not have any grade lower than “C” (60%) in any course. Students are permitted to repeat one failed course to improve their mark.