Master of Science in Sociology and Global Change
The University of Edinburgh
UK,Scotland
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12 Months
Duration
CAD 30,500/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
Application Fee
Sep 2025
Apply Date
UK, Scotland
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1583
Total Students: 45,615 +
Int. Students: 13,353 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh EH8 9YL, United Kingdom
Master of Science in Sociology and Global Change
Program Overview
This programme provides core teaching in the ideas and approaches of sociology as applied to understanding social order and social change globally and internationally. It explores the local impacts of global processes, and the global impacts of local processes.
During this intensive, one-year programme you will explore these processes by developing your own research agenda, both in coursework and in a supervised dissertation project of your own choice.
The programme presents sociology as the study of a dynamic and globalising world, around such areas as:
- Environment and sustainable development
- Migration, refugees and displacement
- The sociology of globalisation
- Gender, emotions, intimate and family life
- Global financial markets, economic sociology and global capitalism
- Social network analysis
- Social movements and global inequalities
- Human rights and citizenship
- Digital and global popular cultures
Who this programme is for
This programme will appeal to those concerned about and wishing to understand some of the key social problems and dynamics of our day. It is most suited to those seeking a thorough grounding in approaches to social research on global issues.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 30,500 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in The University of Edinburgh
CAD 12,000 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
