MA/MS in Sociology

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #801-850

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Carleton University offers MA/MS in Sociology, a master's degree in Social & Cultural Studies programme in Ottawa, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Tuition is CAD 16,000 per total for local students.

Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree, Doctorate

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Social & Cultural Studies

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: CAD 16,000 / total

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: graduate.carleton.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Arts in Sociology is a 2-year, in-person graduate program focused on the organization and development of contemporary societies in comparative context, with particular attention to Canadian society. The degree is offered through Coursework, Research Essay, and Thesis pathways, and Specializations in Accessibility, African Studies, Latin American and Caribbean Studies, Digital Humanities, and Climate Change and Data Science are available. Co-op and field placement options provide experiential learning tied to students' research interests. Based in Ottawa, students can draw on the city's governmental and non-governmental institutions, as well as library, archival, and museum collections, for research. Admission is in the Fall and Winter terms. Carleton's graduate programs in Sociology date to the introduction of the master's degree in the early 1960s.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Admission requires a four-year (honours) bachelor's degree, with a minimum B+ average in the major subject area and a B- average or better overall, per Carleton University's general graduate admission requirements.

Application Details

Start Date: September and January

About Carleton University

“Ours the Task Eternal”

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Suburban

Founded: 1942

Students: 30,675

QS rank: #801-850

Programs: 243

Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Sociology award?

Carleton University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Social & Cultural Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Sociology take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does MA/MS in Sociology cost?

Tuition is CAD 16,000 per total for local students.

Can MA/MS in Sociology be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Carleton University.

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