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Master of Social Science in Sociology

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Faculty: Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences (FASS)

Department: Department of Sociology

Program: Master of Social Science in Sociology

Course Outline

1. Vision of MSS Program: To develop graduates with profound theoretical knowledge, advanced research capabilities, critical thinking skills, equipped to address complex social issues and promote societal well-being worldwide.

2. Mission of MSS Program: This MSS program in Sociology aims to provide students with a profound understanding of classical and contemporary sociological theories and concepts. The program offers a diverse selection of courses to foster critical thinking and analytical skills, enabling students to address complex social issues. Through rigorous research projects and thesis work, students will develop methodological rigor and ethical awareness. The program prepares graduates to adeptly apply sociological knowledge in real-world contexts, contribute effectively to policymaking, and address global social challenges, thereby promoting societal well-being and development on an international scale.

3. Program Educational Objectives (PEOs): The main objective of this program is to provide outcome-based education with comprehensive theoretical knowledge, advanced research abilities, critical thinking skills, and a global perspective in Sociology. The specific objectives of the program are:

  • PEO1: To equip learners with a thorough understanding of core Fundamental Domain sociological theories and concepts.
  • PEO2: To provide pragmatic education on conducting rigorous and Fundamental ethically sound social research.
  • PEO3: To prepare students to apply sociological knowledge to address and Social Skills analyze social issues at various levels.
  • PEO4: To prepare students to understand and engage in global sociological Social Skills discourse, recognizing societal interconnections.
  • PEO5: To foster social norms, values, and ethical responsibility in both Personal Skills social and professional lives.
  • PEO6: To build a commitment to societal well-being through service- Personal Skills oriented sociological initiatives.
  • PEO7: To equip learners with critical thinking skills to evaluate complex Thinking Skills social issues and policies.
  • PEO8: To train learners to innovate and refine sociological theories based on empirical research and practical application.

4. Program Learning Outcomes (PLO): After successful completion of the degree, the learner will be able to:

  • PLO1: Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of both classical and contemporary sociological ideas, concepts and theories.
  • PLO2: Demonstrate advanced research skills, including the capacity to plan and carry out social research projects with methodological rigor and ethical considerations so as to construct theories in the societal context.
  • PLO3: Apply the sociological concepts, theories and imagination to the real-life worlds and test the effectiveness of those theories in macro, meso and micro levels.
  • PLO4: Possess refined critical thinking skills, enabling them to critically analyze and evaluate complex social issues, policies, and transformations through a sociological perspective.
  • PLO5: Exhibit a global perspective, recognizing the interconnection of societies, and a commitment to societal well-being by using sociological knowledge in service-oriented setting period.

 

Applied only for students, completed undergraduation from Department of Sociology, BUP.

Overview of the MSS Program: To obtain the degree of Master of Social Science (MSS) in Sociology, students have to complete two semesters in minimum one year and maximum of three years. Additionally, students are required to satisfactory undertake of 44 credits. It will include course work, thesis, written comprehensive examination and a viva-voce. In each semester, a minimum of 14 weeks is dedicated to classroom learning for each course, while the remaining weeks will be utilized for the final examination, other curricular and co-curricular activities. Usually, two 120-minute classes in a week for each course are planned during the semester. The minimum conduct hours for each course, in a semester, will be 56, including classes, assignments, term papers, and presentations.

Explanation of Streams: The program is designed for two different streams- thesis group, and coursework group. In the first semester, the students of both streams have to complete three mandatory courses and 2 optional courses among the list of the optional courses. In addition to that, students will be undertaking a thesis approved by the special panel. The students having CGPA 3.50 and above in their Bachelor of Social Science (BSS) in Sociology program will be eligible for taking the thesis and rest of the students will be allowed to take coursework. However, those who are eligible to take up a thesis may opt for coursework instead of thesis. In the second semester, all streams have to complete three compulsory courses. Among the optional courses, coursework group will choose two courses. The thesis proposal will be approved and registered in the first semester and continuously assessed until the final defense.