MA in Sociology in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex

Join one of the UK's leading sociology departments, recognized as 59th worldwide and 10th nationally in the QS World University Rankings by Subject (2023). Deepen your knowledge of the conflicts, relationships, and systems that shape societal structures while contributing to research that influences institutions like the Home Office, Amnesty International, and the United Nations. Engage with pivotal discussions in modern social theory, developing analytical skills to examine concepts including post-structuralism, feminism, and actor-network theory through topics such as: The evolution of digital piracy Human rights sociology Crime and media studies Gender and sexual identity National belonging You'll cultivate essential skills to advance the discipline, acquiring a nuanced understanding of research methodologies while evaluating the fundamental principles behind both qualitative and quantitative studies. Our Department of Sociology and Criminology ranks 2nd in the UK for research influence in sociology (Times Higher Education research power measure, Research Excellence Framework 2021).