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MA Sociology

20 Months On Campus Masters Program

University of Calgary

Program Overview

Master of Arts students will gain a world-class education that lays the foundation for further study at a doctoral level, or for professional employment. Recent research topics have included offence specialization among juvenile delinquents; Chinese social clubs; women athletes perception of coaches; bisexual identity and politics; contraceptive risk-taking; youthful involvement in prostitution; the subculture of sky diving; and trust and the health care system. The 20-month program provides foundational training in sociological theory, methods and statistics, as well as substantive courses of interest. Students benefit from a professor/student ratio that guarantees access to support and feedback.

Program Key Stats

$14453 (Annual cost)



38 %

Eligibility Criteria


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155
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550
6.5
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Additional Information & Requirements

Demonstrated competence, normally through course work, in classical and contemporary sociological theory, social research methods, and social statistics, (GPA) in the final two years of study of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 point system, TOEFL iBT of 86 with no section less than 20, IELTS of 6.5 with no section less than 6.0 (Academic version), MELAB score of 80 or higher, PTE score of 59, or higher (Academic version), 2 Reference letters , A written statement of intent

Career Options

  • Careers in Health sector
  • Education
  • Government
  • Non-profit
  • Researcher
  • Analyst
  • Program evaluation
  • Clinician

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