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Study Details: MSc 1 year full-time 2 years part-time 5 years flexible
The Sociology and Social Inequalities MSc offers advanced sociological training with a dedicated focus on understanding and addressing social inequalities. Through a curriculum that combines rigorous methodological training with an interdisciplinary approach, you will explore the roots, mechanisms, and impacts of inequality across individual, community, national, and global contexts. Topics that may be covered include intersections of race, gender, social class, social justice, the climate crisis, AI and new technology, and the paths towards creating a more equitable future. It can be studied on campus or online, giving you the flexibility to engage with the programme from anywhere in the world.
The Sociology and Social Inequalities MSc offers a comprehensive approach to understanding society and the pervasive impact of social inequalities. The curriculum includes foundational modules in Advanced Social Theory, Global Sociology, Principles of Sociological Explanation, and Social Change in Contemporary Society, alongside the specialised module, Sociological Approaches to Inequalities. In this module, students critically explore the intersecting dimensions of inequality, focusing on how disparities in power, resources, and representation shape life outcomes, from individual wellbeing to national stability in the face of global crises like climate change.
A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelors' degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard in sociology or a related social science subject. If you do not meet these requirements individuals with relevant work experience, or with A level sociology and an undergraduate degree in another subject who show a clear desire to change discipline may be considered.
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UCL offers a range of financial awards aimed at assisting both prospective and current students with their studies.
Upon completing your studies, you will emerge from our programme equipped with the essential skills and a forward-thinking mindset necessary to confront the challenges that define 21st-century society. Whether you decide to pursue further postgraduate studies or embark on a competitive career path, your time at UCL will provide you with a distinct advantage. Join us in shaping a brighter future through academic excellence and societal impact.
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