Curriculum outline

The SaSR programme is divided into four semesters. The curriculum comprises three major components: theoretical models and advanced theoretical topics, advanced quantitative research methods, and integrating theory and empirical research on a sociological topic (e.g. in a Master's thesis).

Year 1

You will learn how to construct theory and study relevant theories and research within two core sociological themes (family and inequality; networks). You will be trained in advanced methods and statistical techniques as well as in professional research skills. In the two research practicals you apply what you learned by doing an empirical research on the studied sociological topics.

Year 2

In the second year, you work on your Master’s thesis, providing an opportunity to apply theory and research methods skills to produce a thesis that meets high scientific standards. You'll present your results and discuss them in two research seminars with fellow students and lecturers. You will also have the opportunity to choose elective courses and/or gain hands-on experience in research environments via an internship.