The MA degree provides a progressive educational experience that equips students for master's level careers or entry into Ph.D. programs. Students complete a set of core courses in upper level sociology (27 credit hours) and either a Master's thesis, report on an internship, or portfolio of work (6 credit hours).
Strengths
- Emphasis on Methodology - This program distinguishes itself, in part, by its strong emphasis on methodology. All students are required to take 9 credit hours of research methodology and analysis (Research Methods, Quantitative Data Analysis, and Qualitative Data Analysis).
- Urban Environment - Students benefit from studying in a fast-growing and dynamic city that provides a natural classroom for teaching our specialties: Health & Society, Crime, Law & Deviance, and Family & Social Services.
- Institutional Connections - Our proximity to the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (AMC) offers unique training opportunities with medical researchers, while our location on the Denver campus, and collaborative relationships with departments on that campus, benefits students in the program.
Concentrations
Students can concentrate in one of areas by taking three courses in the subject area. At least one of the courses must be taken in the Sociology Department. With prior approval, two of the courses can be taken in departments other than Sociology.
MA Program Learning Outcomes
Degree Requirements
How to Apply
Contact the Graduate Program Director with questions about the program:
Dr. Adam Lippert
Email: adam.lippert@ucdenver.edu
Phone: 303-315-2146
Office: Lawrence Street Center, 1380 Lawrence Street, Suite 420
Students are accepted for fall only
Apply by March 15th
Missed the deadline? Request late consideration from Dr. Adam Lippert
