Master in Applied Sociological Research 24 months Postgraduate Program By Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi |Top Universities
Program Duration

24 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

39,077 USDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

SociologyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master in Applied Sociological Research is the only degree of its kind in the UAE, and is offered as a response to the changing needs of policy makers in government entities, state-owned enterprises, consultancy and market research sectors. It is designed for students to acquire the fundamental knowledge of how and why Sociological Research is instrumental in modern day society.

This programme mirrors the degree offered in Paris, which targets students and professionals who wish to improve their skills in sociological research methods and develop the expertise crucial to the future of the UAE and surrounding region. The objective of this degree is to teach the next generation of consultants to address pertinent challenges facing this region in regards to demography, urbanism, education, media, health and family.

Throughout the programme, students will learn to understand important social trends and their consecutive impact on society. An important component of this degree is the development of technical skills such as: creating qualitative surveys, conducting statistical analysis, applying IT for sociological research, and presenting of scientific reports and research results to the public. Students will explore how to establish reliable statistics by using groundbreaking tools and technology and learn about the relationships between government agencies and the private sector, and how these relationships positively benefit society.

This globally recognised degree opens the doors to further study, as well as successful international careers in sociological research.

Employment opportunities within the government and private consultancies are lucrative and competitive as graduates with a specialisation in Applied Sociological Research are highly sought after. Graduates will have several enriching career options in the government sector, local and regional planning covering education, public health, population and demographics, crime prevention and law enforcement, urban planning and waste management. Job prospects in research include working for national statistics authorities, polling agencies, academic research and various government-funded researches in significant subjects.

Program overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master in Applied Sociological Research is the only degree of its kind in the UAE, and is offered as a response to the changing needs of policy makers in government entities, state-owned enterprises, consultancy and market research sectors. It is designed for students to acquire the fundamental knowledge of how and why Sociological Research is instrumental in modern day society.

This programme mirrors the degree offered in Paris, which targets students and professionals who wish to improve their skills in sociological research methods and develop the expertise crucial to the future of the UAE and surrounding region. The objective of this degree is to teach the next generation of consultants to address pertinent challenges facing this region in regards to demography, urbanism, education, media, health and family.

Throughout the programme, students will learn to understand important social trends and their consecutive impact on society. An important component of this degree is the development of technical skills such as: creating qualitative surveys, conducting statistical analysis, applying IT for sociological research, and presenting of scientific reports and research results to the public. Students will explore how to establish reliable statistics by using groundbreaking tools and technology and learn about the relationships between government agencies and the private sector, and how these relationships positively benefit society.

This globally recognised degree opens the doors to further study, as well as successful international careers in sociological research.

Employment opportunities within the government and private consultancies are lucrative and competitive as graduates with a specialisation in Applied Sociological Research are highly sought after. Graduates will have several enriching career options in the government sector, local and regional planning covering education, public health, population and demographics, crime prevention and law enforcement, urban planning and waste management. Job prospects in research include working for national statistics authorities, polling agencies, academic research and various government-funded researches in significant subjects.

Admission requirements

2 Years
Sep

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

39,077 USD
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International Students

39,077 USD
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Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi offers 10+ undergraduate bachelor programmes covering Humanities, Sciences, Languages, Social sciences, and law delivered by permanent faculty based in Abu Dhabi and Visiting professors. All programmes follow the academic curricula defined in Paris, except for the bachelors specific to the Abu Dhabi campus. However, all programmes offer high quality education and answer the European academic standards. Graduates receive a Parisian bachelor’s degree issued by Sorbonne University in the fields of Humanities and Sciences and by University of Paris in the fields of Law and Economics.

·         For programmes taught in French and for students who are not fluent in French, they can apply for the   Foundation Year in Intensive French .

·         For programmes taught in English, students must show proof of proficiency of the teaching language. Please refer to the brochure of each programme for more information.

·         For the Bachelors in Physics and Mathematics, students may have to apply for the   Foundation Year in Sciences , depending on their level.

·         For the Bachelor in Records Management and Archival Sciences, students may have to apply for the   Foundation Year in Records Management and Archival Sciences , depending on their level.

Learn more about undergraduate admission types here.

The average tuition fees for students at undergraduate level are 215,100 AED.

Full and partial scholarships for international undergraduate students are available. 

International students should submit an application online if they meet the minimum requirements . 

Sorbonne Abu Dhabi offers 15+ masters programmes. These programmes are perfect for graduates and working professionals who want to improve their careers by learning advanced theoretical and practical approaches in their respective fields of study. All masters’ degrees are French degrees and offered by Sorbonne University and University of Paris and recognised in the UAE and worldwide.

Our degree programmes cover 18 (3 semesters) to 24 months (4 semesters) and are taught in the evening and/or on weekends, in consideration of students who intend to combine their studies with work. Our programmes are designed to promote practical learning experience through internships. All postgraduate degree programmes are taught in English, except for the Teaching French as a Foreign Language degree.

Our master’s curriculum is delivered by visiting professors from France and the UAE. All our faculty have achieved worldwide acclaim and impact in their respective fields through lectures, seminars, case studies, and workshops.

For specific information about each of our postgraduate degrees, please follow the links below:

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