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The Master of Arts in Sociology will prepare you for a doctoral program or a career inÌýsocial research, teaching, human services, orÌýpolicy-making. In this program, you will learn methods of doing research on different dimensions of society; engage in research projects focused on issues in Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia, and beyond the region; build yourÌýqualitative and quantitative data analysisÌýcapacity, and hone your ability to present results of research to various audiences.
Our students immerse themselves in research focusing on the determinants of social, political, and cultural life, social inequitiesÌýof race/ethnicity, social class, gender, and sexuality in connection to other sociological subfields, such as urban development, migration, education, social movements, and many other areas.
The sociology program is set apart by itsÌýpracticum experience; in which you will work with faculty over four semesters to complete aÌýprofessional-quality researchÌýproject. The practicum provides a unique opportunity to learn theÌýpractical skillsÌýnecessary to conduct research and communicate your findings. You will gain practical,Ìýhands-on experienceÌýworking side-by-side with faculty on cutting-edge research toÌýimprove societyÌýand well-being.
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