Sociology and Social Research

Exploring pressing societal issues

State-of-the art theory and methods

Questions like these are pressing in modern society. The only way to answer them properly is to adopt an interdisciplinary approach. The research Master’s programme Sociology and Social Research does just that: you will learn to develop testable explanations of social phenomena, using state-of-the-art social theory, empirical research and methods of data-analysis.

Are you interested in pressing societal and scientific issues? Does extensive interaction with outstanding teachers motivate you? Do you want to study in small classes with students from all over the world? Looking forward to participate in a masterclass by an outstanding scholar? Prepared to write a Master’s thesis in the format of a publishable article? Encouraged by excellent career prospects in the Netherlands and abroad?

If so, Sociology and Social Research could be the perfect challenge for you. The programme is truly unique: it’s the only specialized two-year research Master’s programme in sociology in the Netherlands.

World's leading research groups

Sociology and Social Research is taught by a research group in sociology with an outstanding international reputation:Utrecht University’s Department of Sociology.

NVAO accredited programme

		This Master’s programme has been accredited by the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO). Find out more about the NVAO

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