Master´s Programme Sociology
Would you like to analyse, understand and help to shape social change?
The Master’s programme in Sociology focuses on the academically grounded analysis of contemporary social developments and on integrating theory, empirical research and practice. The four areas of specialisation — social and environmental transformations; work, care and gender; theory, knowledge and culture; and the sociology of law and crime — enable students to tailor their studies to their interests and equip them with the specialist skills needed to analyse complex social processes and address societal challenges.
Master of Arts
Duration/ECTS-Credits
4 semesters/120 ECTS-Credits
Mode of Study
Full-time
Language
German
Requirements
Relevant bachelor's degree/equivalent
and Language Certificates
Faculty
Faculty of Social and Political Sciences
Level of qualification
Master (Second Cycle)
ISCED-11: Level 7, EQF/NQF: Level 7
Study Code
UC 066 905
FAQ
On the Master’s programme in Sociology, you will learn to analyse social developments in depth and to play an active role in shaping them. The programme combines theory, empirical social research and practical experience, offers interdisciplinary options, and provides a wide range of opportunities for work placements and study abroad. You will strengthen your analytical, methodological and communication skills, and develop critical, creative and responsible thinking – the ideal foundation for a diverse range of career paths in a changing society!
A broad-based compulsory module provides in-depth knowledge of the philosophy of the social sciences, sociological theory and current debates, as well as qualitative and quantitative social research. Opportunities for individual specialisation and the integration of theory, empirical research and practice are available, in particular, in the following four areas:
- social and environmental transformations
- work, care and gender
- theory, knowledge and culture
- sociology of law and criminology
The Master’s degree qualifies graduates for roles in academia, research, and a wide range of non-academic sectors. Potential career fields include, among others, public administration, political consultancy, development cooperation and NGOs, international organisations, the private sector, journalism, the media and new information technologies, events and cultural management, interest groups, and social, cultural and educational institutions.
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Why study Sociology in Innsbruck?
"Because we live in a complex society that shapes us and our actions, sociology shows us ways to decode it."
– Jacqueline Feurstein
"Because we analyse current events, critically question them and scientifically process theory and practice."
– Nik König
"Because we internalise the thinking tools of great sociological thinkers and form our own perspectives that help us better understand socially relevant issues."
– David Orrú
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Law, Politics & Sociology
This degree programme falls within the field of Law, Politics and Society. Related programmes cover law, political science, sociology, international relations and peace studies.
At the University of Innsbruck, research into law, politics and society is primarily carried out at the Centre for Political Science (Research Area: Economy, Politics and Society (EPoS)) and the Centre for Social Policy (Research Area: Cultural Encounters – Cultural Conflicts).
In addition, there is the Center Interdisciplinary Gender Studies, a Research Platform run by the University.
