Master of Sociology

Master of Sociology

Course Introduction

The Programme of study leading to the Master of Sociology Degree shall be a full-time course, consisting of two academic semesters organized over one academic year. This is an advanced degree designed to help students strengthen their subject knowledge and skills related to sociological theories and practices.

With the establishment of the Post Graduate Field in the year 2011, all the activities from the registration of the Postgraduate Examiners for the above course to the awarding of the relevant degree will be done in accordance with the relevant regulations by Department of Sociology, University of Ruhuna.

Eligibility Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree, including 30 credits in the relevant subject area to be determined by the relevant Board of Study and approved by the Senate, OR
  • A Bachelor's degree, with prior learning/ work experience equivalent to 30 credits in the relevant subject area, OR
  • A qualification in the relevant subject area approved by the Senate as equivalent above two, OR
  • Completion of NVQ level 7. as determined by the relevant Board of Study and approved by the Senate.

Course Details
  • Duration: 01 Year

  • Medium: English / Sinhala

  • Course structure :
    Lectures are held on Saturdays and Sundays from 8.00 am to 5.00 pm on every weekends

  • Weekend Programme

  • Venue : Department of Sociology

  • SLQF : 09