Sociology: Master (One Year) Thesis

The course is worth 15 credits and consists of an independent thesis in sociology. You formulate your own research question, engage with current research and apply relevant theories and methods. Your thesis should demonstrate critical thinking, independence, and clear communication of your results. 

At the final seminar, you present your thesis and provide constructive feedback on another student’s work. 

If you wish to write a 30-credit thesis to complete a two-year master’s programme, you should apply for the course Sociology: Master’s Thesis (SOCM05).  

Much of the course involves working independently. Teaching mainly consists of individual supervision and seminars. Your supervisor will guide you throughout the process, but you are responsible for planning and completing the thesis within the set timeframe. 

The course includes: 

• Independent research and thesis writing
• Examination seminar with peer review 
• Critical discussion of another student’s thesis 

You can choose to write your thesis in Swedish or English. 

When you complete the course, you can obtain a one-year master’s degree in sociology. The course provides advanced knowledge in research, thesis writing and analysis, which can be useful for further studies, research or in professional contexts.  You acquire a strong foundation for working with issues related to society, organisations and social processes in various settings.

Entry requirements

For admission to the course a Bachelor's degree in sociology or equivalent is required, plus 15 second-cycle credits in sociology the equivalent, as well as 15 second-cycle credits in research methodology and/or theory of knowledge at second-cycle level.

Selection criteria

Seats are allocated according to: ECTS (HPAV): 100 %.

Tuition fees for non-EU/EEA citizens

Citizens of countries outside:

• The European Union (EU)
• The European Economic Area (EEA) and
• Switzerland

are required to pay tuition fees. You pay an instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each
semester.

Tuition fees, payments and exemptions

Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 33,750
First payment: SEK 33,750

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Note that you may also need to pay an application fee, or provide proof of exemption.

Application fee

No tuition fees for citizens of the EU, EEA and Switzerland

There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.