PG
Programme Level
2 Years
Duration
VBSPU
Affiliating University
About the Programme
A two-year, four-semester postgraduate programme (Semesters VII–X under the NEP 2020 framework) offered as per the V.B.S. Purvanchal University syllabus, giving students a strong theoretical core in sociology alongside training in social research methodology and a wide range of elective specialisations.
Learning Objectives
Critical Social Analysis
Critically analyse the social environment and develop into self-aware, responsible citizens.
Three-Fold Orientation
Curriculum built around job orientation, knowledge/professional-skill orientation and social orientation.
Empirical Research Design
Design research programmes and learn to present and interpret sociological data.
Career Readiness
Open career paths in administration, management, policy-making, NGOs, rural development, counselling, teaching and research.
Learning Outcomes
Comprehensive Subject Knowledge
Command of important concepts and issues in sociology and society at large.
Critical Thinking
Ability to formulate cogent, well-reasoned arguments in any profession pursued.
Scientific Study of Society
Recognise sociology through social facts, principles, behaviour, demography, structure and processes.
Rural, Urban & Gender Lens
Study of rural and urban life, women and society, and key theoretical orientations.
Research Methodology
Quantitative and qualitative research methods applied to the sociology of development.
Independent Research & Policy Work
Independently carry out research, development work and policy evaluation to solve societal problems.
Credit-Wise Distribution
Semester-wise paper titles and credits as per the V.B.S. Purvanchal University P.G. Syllabus (NEP 2020)
Semester VII
20 Credits- Western Sociological Thinkers5
- Methodology of Social Research5
- Sociology of Development & Planning5
- Contemporary Indian Society & Culture5
- Minor Electives4/5/6
Semester VIII
28 Credits- Advanced Sociological Theory4
- Methods & Techniques of Social Research4
- Research Project cum Dissertation8
- Viva-voce4
- Any 2 of 6 Electives*4+4
*Electives: Social Anthropology, Globalization & Society, Sociology of Change & Development, Social Research & Statistics, Social Demography, Indian Thinkers.
Semester IX
20 Credits- Contemporary Sociological Theory5
- Criminology & Penology5
- Any 2 of 6 Electives*5+5
*Electives: Urban Sociology, Sociology of Religion, Sociology of Environment, Science Technology & Society, Perspectives in Indian Society, Culture Society & Mass Media.
Semester X
24 Credits- Theoretical Perspectives in Sociology4
- Research Project cum Dissertation8
- Viva-voce4
- Any 2 of 6 Electives*4+4
*Electives: Rural Society in India, Industry & Culture, Sociology of Culture, Woman & Society, Gandhian Thought & Society, Contemporary Issues.
An optional Post Graduate Diploma in Research (Semester XI) is available for students who wish to continue beyond the two-year M.A. — see the full syllabus for details.
Downloads
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| Syllabus (M.A. Sociology) | View PDF |
| Teacher Notes | Coming Soon |
| Previous Year Question Papers | Coming Soon |
Eligibility
Candidates should have completed the qualifying examination prescribed by the University for admission to this programme, with the minimum marks specified in the current year's admission guidelines.