Sociology: Master's (Two years) Thesis

In this course you write an independent master’s thesis in sociology. You formulate your own research question, apply relevant theories and methods, and engage with the latest developments in the field. Your work should demonstrate critical thinking, creativity, and a deep understanding of the subject. 

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

The Department of Sociology

The course is offered by the Department of Sociology in the picturesque Paradiset campus area in Lund. The building combines modern lecture halls, group rooms, and study spaces – just a short walk from the Social Sciences Library (Sambib) and the University Library (UB), several popular cafés and the city centre.

Much of the course involves working independently. Teaching mainly consists of individual supervision. Your supervisor provides guidance with planning and structure, but you are responsible for completing the thesis within the specified timeframe. 

This course includes: 

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

You may choose to write in Swedish or English.  

By completing this course, you complete your master’s degree in sociology. You are well prepared for advanced roles in fields such as international development, cultural analysis, public policy, and social research, but also for doctoral studies.

Prerequisites

For admission to the course a Bachelor's degree in Sociology or equivalent is required, plus 30 second-cycle credits in Sociology or the equivalent, as well as 30 second-cycle credits in research methodology and/or theory of knowledge (of which at least 15 credits at advanced 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 67,500
First payment: SEK 67,500

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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.