Applied Sociology, M.A.

Degree Requirements

The M.A. in Applied Sociology consists of 30 credits. All students must complete the statistics and methods requirement, and select the Master’s Paper or Master’s Thesis option.

Statistics and Methods Requirement (9 credits)

Two required courses:

SOCY 600 - Research Methodology
SOCY 604 - Statistical Analysis
One additional methods or statistics course from an approved listing, including:
SOCY 618 - SAS for Social Scientists
SOCY 619 - Qualitative Methods in Social Research

Analytical Paper Option (21 credits)

18 credits of elective courses
3 credits of SOCY 711 - Analytical Paper Research

Including preparation of a research paper approved by a first and second reader

Master’s Thesis Option (21 credits)

15 credits of elective courses
6 credits of SOCY 799 - Master’s Thesis Research

Including preparation and defense of a master’s thesis under a committee of three faculty members.