Sociology - Social Transformations and Social Disparities (Master)

The Master's degree program in Sociology - Social Transformations and Social Disparities aims to provide a broad and well-founded level of qualification: theoretical analyses are combined with in-depth methodological training and are applied to specific subjects. This can be the case, for example, in seminar discussions on feminist publications. Or in dealing with problems of artificial intelligence. Or in thinking about new solidary and sustainable ways of life that counter social crises and global catastrophes.

Contrary to the trend towards specialization in academic education, the University of Kassel offers the opportunity to acquire a general Master's degree in sociology. Precisely because the job market for sociologists offers a broad spectrum, the department focuses on a further, general professionalization of sociological diagnostic skills. Well-trained sociologists have career prospects in leading positions in public relations, market research, political parties and international organizations. With a subsequent doctorate, graduates can work in science and research.

The course takes place in small, well-supervised groups and is divided into five modules that offer students sufficient space for their own focus and self-study. In the fourth semester, the course concludes with a Master's thesis, which documents that the graduates are able to work on and answer their own sociological questions in a differentiated examination of different approaches and perspectives and with the inclusion of practical and empirical findings.