Overview:
Sociology is the study of human relationships, social behaviour and the society, including its origins, development, organization, networks and institutions. Sociologists observe everyday life of groups, conduct large-scale surveys, and interpret historical documents to understand their effect on social behaviour. Sociologists specialise in political sociology, social policy or social research. Many sociology graduates also work or specialise in related careers like social work, human resources, Civil Services or journalism.
Career Path:
Most sociology jobs require a master’s degree or Ph.D. Strong analytical and numerical skills would be an advantage for students looking at research positions.
| Stream of Study in 12th Grade/School: |
Arts |
| Degree/Graduation Courses: |
- BA(Hons) Sociology
- BA in Sociology for 3 years
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| Higher education/Post Graduation Courses: |
- M.A in Sociology for 1-2 years in India or Abroad
- M.A (Hons) (Sociology)
- MA (Sociology And Social Anthropology)
- M.Phil. in Developmental Sociology/Sociology for 2 years or/and Ph.D. in Sociology for 3-4 years after completing Masters
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Top Colleges:
- Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai
- Delhi School of Social Work, Delhi
- College of Social Work, Nirmala Niketan, Mumbai
- Xavier Institute of Labour Relations, Mumbai
- Madras School of Social Work, Chennai
- Department of Social Work, Christ College, Bangalore
- Department of Social Work, Jamia Millia Islamia Delhi
- Department of Social Work, Pune University, Pune
- Department of Sociology, Mumbai University, Mumbai
- School of Social Work, Mangalore University, Mangalore
- Department of Social Work, Lucknow University, Lucknow
- Department of Social Work, Annamalai University, Chennai
- Loyola College of Social Sciences, Thiruvananthapuram
- IISWBM, Calcutta
- Karve Institute of Social Service
- Faculty of Social Work, MS University of Baroda
- Roda Mistry College of Social Work & Research Centre, Hyderabad
