Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in a social science discipline.
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The English language requirement for this programme is Higher . Read more about our English language requirements .
Competition for places at LSE is strong. So, even if you meet the minimum entry requirements, this doesn't guarantee you an offer of a place.
However, please don’t feel deterred from applying – we want to hear from all suitably qualified students. Think carefully about how you can put together the strongest possible application to help you stand out.
On this MSc Sociology, you’ll learn how to apply sociological theories and carry out research to tackle real-world problems. Students develop their critical and independent thinking skills across a wide range of courses.
Within the department, we have particular research strengths in economic sociology, politics and human rights, social inequalities, urban sociology and the social studies of knowledge, culture and technology.
Our research engages with many major issues confronting the world, such as inequalities, urbanisation, and technological change. This research informs our graduate teaching.
This flexible master’s programme allows you to pursue your sociology interests in many areas. In addition to the department’s research clusters, the supervisory team has expertise in other fields such as criminology, family demography, and science and technology studies.
You’ll also complete rigorous training in social science research methods – offering excellent preparation for a career in research, policymaking or many other areas.
LSE is home to one of the world’s top sociology departments and our research has shaped the discipline in the UK and internationally. Our department houses and we work closely with academics from across LSE and our broader research centres, such as the International Inequalities Institute and LSE Cities. We also run an active public events programme, led by LSE academics and leading external sociologists.
Our graduates pursue interesting and stimulating careers in research and policymaking.
Discover more about our students and department.
The Department of Sociology conducts world-class research and teaching on some of the most challenging social and ethical issues facing society today.
Founded in 1904, our academics have contributed to shaping research and thinking in the field nationally and internationally.
We're committed to research and scholarship that is socially and politically relevant. The department’s research is organised into five clusters: economic sociology; politics and human rights; social inequalities; knowledge, culture and technology; and urban sociology. We engage in major debates at the intersection of economics, politics and society on issues such as migration, urban ecology and climate change.
With a thriving research community, we play an active role in several research centres and institutes, including LSE Cities , LSE Human Rights and the LSE International Inequalities Institute . Our research has a global impact, informing decision-making and policy for numerous governments, NGOs and international organisations.
Our research expertise is reflected in our teaching curriculum. The department offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, with 500 students engaged in learning and research at any one time.
We’re a lively department, with a regular programme of events involving workshops, conferences and collaborations with internal and external partners. We’re also home to the British Journal of Sociology , the UK’s leading publication in the field.
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