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Our faculty include award-winning, internationally renowned scholars in Social Inequality, Aging & Health, and Population Studies. We also have research expertise in areas such as youth and identity, criminology, and work. Furthermore, we are home to the Centre for Population, Aging and Health. We are active participants in the collaborative specializations in Migration & Ethnic Relations and Transitional Justice & Post-Conflict Reconstruction. Moreover, our researchers benefit from the Research Data Centre housed at Western and one of the top academic libraries in the country. Upon completion, our graduates work in a variety of academic institutions, government agencies and private businesses around the world. The department houses a graduate student computer lab, office space, classrooms, research space and a lounge. With all of these facilities located on the fifth floor of the Social Science Centre, our students enjoy an inclusive environment and easy access to faculty members and facilities.
Program overview
Main Subject
Sociology
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Our faculty include award-winning, internationally renowned scholars in Social Inequality, Aging & Health, and Population Studies. We also have research expertise in areas such as youth and identity, criminology, and work. Furthermore, we are home to the Centre for Population, Aging and Health. We are active participants in the collaborative specializations in Migration & Ethnic Relations and Transitional Justice & Post-Conflict Reconstruction. Moreover, our researchers benefit from the Research Data Centre housed at Western and one of the top academic libraries in the country. Upon completion, our graduates work in a variety of academic institutions, government agencies and private businesses around the world. The department houses a graduate student computer lab, office space, classrooms, research space and a lounge. With all of these facilities located on the fifth floor of the Social Science Centre, our students enjoy an inclusive environment and easy access to faculty members and facilities.
Admission Requirements: (1) Four-year degree, in Sociology or a related field; (2) First or high second class standing (minimum B+ or 78 overall average in completed courses in years 3 and 4). // Additional Requirements: While students who have taken sociological theory, statistics and/or methods are preferred, excellent students without this background may be considered. // For further information on admission requirements please check with the University for entry.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
Western offers superior flexibility in undergraduate program choice allowing students to combine various subjects within their degree to meet their interests and harness their talents. Critical thinking, ethical principles, experiential learning, service to the larger community, leadership, and innovation are the core values driving the Western experience across all programs.
Western also offers concurrent and combined degrees which allow students to graduate with two degrees in less time than it would take to complete each degree independently. Combined degrees are offered in Western’s professional Faculties, including: Ivey Business School, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, and Western Law. By way of example, qualifying students can complete a Bachelor of Engineering Science (BESc) and Honors in Business Administration (HBA) in five years.
Some of Western’s unique undergraduate programs include:
The Bachelor of Medical Sciences (BMSc) program provides one of the widest varieties of undergraduate medical science (life science) opportunities in Canada.
The School for Advanced Studies in the Arts and Humanities offers an interdisciplinary and cross-cultural educational experience, including experiential learning, with courses taught by internationally prominent scholars in the Arts and Humanities.
Ivey Honours Business Administration (HBA) is a second-entry program that students apply to following two years of study at the undergraduate level. The integration of program structure, classroom environment, leading faculty, unique case-based learning methods, and exceptional career management services creates a dynamic learning experience that develops highly sought-after business leaders.
DAN Management and Organizational Studies (Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies) provides a unique interdisciplinary approach to the study of management, emphasizing the social science and evidence-based foundations of management education.
Since introducing its first Master’s degree program in 1881, Western University remains dedicated to delivering exceptional graduate education. We offer 88 distinct graduate degree programs, including a wide range of professional Master’s and interdisciplinary programs, that provide opportunities to expand your knowledge potential and push the boundaries of discovery.
With annual research funding in excess of $230 million and an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. Western is home to a number of innovative research facilities and centres that are unique in the world and it has research collaboration agreements on every continent.
Through its dedication to excellence in graduate education, Western offers its graduate students first-class research facilities and infrastructure, competitive funding packages, and Canada's fourth-largest academic library system.
While the University has achieved acclaim for research in a full complement of disciplines, Western has identified signature areas in which global-scale clusters of research excellence have been established. These include: Neuroscience/Brain & Mind: Imaging: Materials & Biomaterials: Philosophy of Science; Wind Engineering & Natural Disaster Mitigation; Environmental Sustainability & Green Energy; Planetary Science & Exploration; and Musculoskeletal Health.
Sociology (Research Paper Stream) (Taught)
Western University, London, Canada
# 151-200QS Subject Rankings
12 monthsProgram duration
SociologyMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Sociology
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Program overview
Main Subject
Sociology
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
Admission Requirements: (1) Four-year degree, in Sociology or a related field; (2) First or high second class standing (minimum B+ or 78 overall average in completed courses in years 3 and 4). // Additional Requirements: While students who have taken sociological theory, statistics and/or methods are preferred, excellent students without this background may be considered. // For further information on admission requirements please check with the University for entry.
Tuition fee and scholarships
Scholarships
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
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Western offers superior flexibility in undergraduate program choice allowing students to combine various subjects within their degree to meet their interests and harness their talents. Critical thinking, ethical principles, experiential learning, service to the larger community, leadership, and innovation are the core values driving the Western experience across all programs.
Western also offers concurrent and combined degrees which allow students to graduate with two degrees in less time than it would take to complete each degree independently. Combined degrees are offered in Western’s professional Faculties, including: Ivey Business School, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, and Western Law. By way of example, qualifying students can complete a Bachelor of Engineering Science (BESc) and Honors in Business Administration (HBA) in five years.
Some of Western’s unique undergraduate programs include:
The Bachelor of Medical Sciences (BMSc) program provides one of the widest varieties of undergraduate medical science (life science) opportunities in Canada.
The School for Advanced Studies in the Arts and Humanities offers an interdisciplinary and cross-cultural educational experience, including experiential learning, with courses taught by internationally prominent scholars in the Arts and Humanities.
Ivey Honours Business Administration (HBA) is a second-entry program that students apply to following two years of study at the undergraduate level. The integration of program structure, classroom environment, leading faculty, unique case-based learning methods, and exceptional career management services creates a dynamic learning experience that develops highly sought-after business leaders.
DAN Management and Organizational Studies (Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies) provides a unique interdisciplinary approach to the study of management, emphasizing the social science and evidence-based foundations of management education.
Arts and Humanities (6)
American Cultural Studies
American Studies
Archaeology and Biological Anthropology
Art History
Art History and Museum Studies
Art History and Studio Arts
Arts and Humanities (SASAH)
Arts with HBA from Ivey
Classical Studies
Composition (BMus)
Creative Writing and English Language & Literature
English Language and Literature
French Studies
German Language and Culture
Global Gender Studies
History
Italian Language and Culture
Jewish Studies
Linguistic Anthropology
Linguistics
Medieval Studies
Middle East Studies
Museum and Curatorial Studies
Music
Music Administrative Studies
Music History (BMus)
Music Theory (BMus)
Music with HBA from Ivey
Musical Arts (BMusA)
Musical Arts with HBA from Ivey (BMusA)
Performance (BMus)
Philosophy
Spanish Language (Linguistics and Hispanic Cultures)
Studio Arts
Theatre Studies
Visual Arts
Business and Management (6)
Accounting (BMOS)
Economics
Economics with HBA from Ivey
Finance (BMOS)
Financial Economics
Financial Modelling
Global Economics
Management and Legal Studies (BMOS)
Engineering and Technology (6)
Chemical Engineering (BESc)
Civil Engineering (BESc)
Commercial Aviation Management (flight) (BMOS)
Commercial Aviation Management (non-flight) (BMOS)
Computer Engineering (BESc)
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering (BESc)
Engineering with Biomedical Engineering (BESc)
Engineering with HBA from Ivey (BESc)
Engineering with Law (BESc)
Green Process Engineering (BESc)
Information Systems
Integrated Engineering (BESc)
Mechanical Engineering (BESc)
Mechatronic Systems Engineering (BESc)
Scientific Computing and Numerical Methods
Software Engineering (BESc)
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
BMSc with HBA from Ivey (BMSc)
Biochemistry (BMSc)
Biochemistry and Cancer Biology (BMSc)
Biochemistry and Cell Biology (BMSc)
Biochemistry and Chemistry
Biochemistry and Pathology of Human Disease (BMSc)
Biochemistry of Infection and Immunity (BMSc)
Bioinformatics
Biology
Computational Biochemistry (BMSc)
Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
Epidemiology and Biostatistics (BMSc)
Genetics
Genetics and Biochemistry
Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences (BMSc)
Kinesiology (BA)
Kinesiology (BSc)
Kinesiology (Honors with Law)
Kinesiology (Professional Kinesiology)
Kinesiology (Sport Management with HBA from Ivey)
Kinesiology (Sport Management)
Medical Biophysics (BMSc)
Medical Biophysics and Biochemistry (BMSc)
Medical Cell Biology (BMSc)
Medical Physics
Microbiology and Immunology (BMSc)
Microbiology and Immunology with Pathology (BMSc)
Neuroscience (BMSc)
Nursing (BScN) (Collaborative program with Fanshawe College)
Pathology (BMSc)
Pharmacology (BMSc)
Physiology (BMSc)
Physiology and Pharmacology (BMSc)
Psychology
Psychology with HBA from Ivey
Natural Sciences (6)
Applied Mathematics
Applied Mathematics Methods
Astrophysics
Biodiversity and Conservation
Chemical Biology (BMSc)
Chemistry
Ecosystem Health
Environment and Health
Environmental Geoscience
Environmental Science
Geographic Information Science
Geography
Geography and Commercial Aviation Management
Geography with HBA from Ivey
Geology
Geology and Biology
Geophysics
Materials Science
Mathematical Sciences
Mathematics
Mathematics in Society
Physical Geography
Physics
Theoretical Physics
Social Sciences and Management (6)
Actuarial Science
Anthropology
Applied Statistics
Consumer Behavior (BMOS)
Criminology
Data Science
Democratic Governance
Education (Intermediate-Senior)
Education (Junior-Intermediate)
Education (Primary-Junior)
Film Studies
First Nations Studies
Global Justice
Health Promotion (BHSc)
Health Sciences (BHSc)
Health Sciences with Biology (BHSc)
Health Sciences with HBA from Ivey (BHSc)
Health and Aging (BHSc)
Human Resource Management (BMOS)
Integrated Science (WISc)
International Relations
MIT with HBA from Ivey
Media & the Public Interest (MPI)
Media, Information & Technoculture (MIT)
Medical Health Informatics (BMSc)
Music Education (BMus)
Music Recording Arts (MRA) (collaborative program with Fanshawe College) (BMusA)
One Health (BMSc)
Political Science
Political Science with HBA from Ivey
Politics, Philosophy & Economics
Popular Music Studies
Public Administration (BMOS)
Science with HBA from Ivey
Sexuality Studies
Sociocultural Anthropology
Sociology
Sociology of Population, Aging and Health
Statistics
Urban Development
Urban Development with HBA from Ivey
Women’s Studies
Women’s Studies with HBA from Ivey
Since introducing its first Master’s degree program in 1881, Western University remains dedicated to delivering exceptional graduate education. We offer 88 distinct graduate degree programs, including a wide range of professional Master’s and interdisciplinary programs, that provide opportunities to expand your knowledge potential and push the boundaries of discovery.
With annual research funding in excess of $230 million and an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. Western is home to a number of innovative research facilities and centres that are unique in the world and it has research collaboration agreements on every continent.
Through its dedication to excellence in graduate education, Western offers its graduate students first-class research facilities and infrastructure, competitive funding packages, and Canada's fourth-largest academic library system.
While the University has achieved acclaim for research in a full complement of disciplines, Western has identified signature areas in which global-scale clusters of research excellence have been established. These include: Neuroscience/Brain & Mind: Imaging: Materials & Biomaterials: Philosophy of Science; Wind Engineering & Natural Disaster Mitigation; Environmental Sustainability & Green Energy; Planetary Science & Exploration; and Musculoskeletal Health.
Arts and Humanities (6)
Ancient Philosophy (Taught)
Art History (Taught)
Classics (Taught)
Comparative Literature (Taught)
English (Taught)
French Studies (Taught)
Hispanic Studies (Course-based) (Taught)
Hispanic Studies (Thesis-based) (Taught)
History (Cognate) (Taught)
History (Thesis) (Taught)
Linguistics (Taught)
Music (Composition Field) (MMus) (Taught)
Music (Literature and Performance Field) (MMus) (Taught)
Music (Music Education Field) (MMus) (Taught)
Music (Music Theory) (Taught)
Music (Musicology) (Taught)
Philosophy (Taught)
Public History (Include Cognate Paper) (Taught)
Public History (Internship-based) (Taught)
Theology (Taught)
Theology (Taught)
Theory and Criticism (Taught)
Visual Arts (MA) (Taught)
Visual Arts (MFA) (Taught)
Business and Management (6)
Business (Executive Master of Business Administration) (EMBA) (Taught)
Business (Master of Business Administration) (Taught)
Economics (Taught)
Financial Economics (MFE) (Taught)
Management (Taught)
Engineering and Technology (6)
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering (MESc) (Taught)
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering (MEng) (Taught)
Civil and Environmental Engineering (MESc) (Taught)
Civil and Environmental Engineering (MEng) (Taught)
Computer Science (Taught)
Design and Manufacturing Engineering (Taught)
Electrical and Computer Engineering (MESc) (Taught)
Electrical and Computer Engineering (MEng) (Taught)
Mechanical and Materials Engineering (MESc) (Taught)
Mechanical and Materials Engineering (MEng) (Taught)
Nuclear Engineering (Taught)
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
Anatomy and Cell Biology (Clinical) (Taught)
Anatomy and Cell Biology (Research) (Taught)
Biochemistry (Taught)
Biology (Taught)
Biomedical Engineering (MESc) (Taught)
Clinical Medical Biophysics (Taught)
Counselling Psychology (Taught)
Epidemiology & Biostatistics (Taught)
Family Medicine (MClSc) (Taught)
Family Medicine (MClSc) (Taught)
Foods and Nutrition (Internship Stream) (Taught)
Foods and Nutrition (Thesis Stream) (Taught)
Kinesiology (MA) (Taught)
Kinesiology (MSc) (Taught)
Medical Biophysics (Taught)
Microbiology and Immunology (Accelerated) (Taught)
Microbiology and Immunology (Taught)
Neuroscience (Taught)
Nursing (Advanced Nursing Practice Program) (MN) (Taught)
Nursing (Advanced Nursing Practice Program) (MN) (Taught)
Nursing (Full-Time) (Taught)
Nursing (Part-Time) (Taught)
Nursing (Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner) Program) (MN) (Taught)
Nursing (Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner) Program) (MN) (Taught)
Occupational Therapy (Taught)
Orthodontics (MClD) (Taught)
Pathologists’ Assistant (MClSc) (Taught)
Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (Taught)
Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (Taught)
Physiology and Pharmacology (Taught)
Psychology (Taught)
Surgery (Taught)
Natural Sciences (6)
Applied Mathematics (Taught)
Astronomy (Taught)
Chemistry (Taught)
Environment and Sustainability (MES) (Taught)
Geography (MA) (Taught)
Geography (MSc) (Taught)
Geology (Course-Based) (Taught)
Geology (Thesis-Based) (Taught)
Geophysics (Course-Based) (Taught)
Geophysics (Thesis-Based) (Taught)
Mathematics (2 terms Option) (Taught)
Mathematics (3 terms Option) (Taught)
Physics (Taught)
Social Sciences and Management (6)
Advanced Health Care Practice (MClSc) (Taught)
Anthropology (Applied Archaeology) (Taught)
Anthropology (Taught)
Communication Sciences and Disorders (MClSc) (Taught)
Data Analytics (MDA) (Taught)
Education - Professional (MPEd) (Taught)
Education - Professional (TESOL) (MPEd) (Taught)
Education Studies (Taught)
Health & Rehabilitation Sciences (Taught)
Health Information Science (MHIS) (Taught)
Journalism and Communication (MMJC) (Taught)
Law (Project-based Option) (Taught)
Law (Project-based Option) (Taught)
Law (Thesis-based Option) (Taught)
Law (Thesis-based Option) (Taught)
Law, Studies in (MSL) (Taught)
Law, Studies in (MSL) (Taught)
Library & Information Science (MLIS) (Taught)
Management of Applied Science (MMASc) (Taught)
Media Studies (Taught)
Physical Therapy (MPT) (Taught)
Political Science (Taught)
Popular Music & Culture (Taught)
Public Administration (Taught)
Public Administration (Taught)
Public Health (Taught)
Social Work (Advanced Standing) (Taught)
Social Work (Foundational) (Taught)
Sociology (Research Paper Stream) (Taught)
Sociology (Thesis Stream) (Taught)
Statistics (Taught)
Women's Studies and Feminist Research (Taught)
Others (1)
Executive MBA