ODL Degree = Regular Degree
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As per the Regulation 22 of the UGC in 2020, ODL degrees are now regarded as equally valid and credible as traditional, offline degrees.
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Mode of Learning: The MA in Sociology at CCSU, Meerut, focuses on the study of social structures, cultural patterns, and contemporary issues impacting society. Students develop critical thinking, research, and analytical skills. Delivered online for convenience, the program also includes an onsite internship with NGOs, social research organizations, and community development initiatives. This combination equips graduates with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in addressing social challenges.
| Course Code | Paper Title | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core: | Sociological Concepts | ||||
| Core: | Classical Sociological Thinkers | ||||
| Core: | Methodology of Social Research | ||||
| Core: | Rural Sociology | ||||
| Research Project/ Dissertation | Research Project / Dissertation | ||||
| Minor* | Social Problems in India | ||||
| *Students will opt minor course from other departments. | |||||
| Course Code | Paper Title | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core | Neo-Classical Theories | ||||
| Core | Basic Statistics in Social Research | ||||
| Core | Society in India | ||||
| Core | Explanation in Social Science | ||||
| Research Project / Dissertation | Research Project / Dissertation | ||||
| Minor* | Society and Culture in India | ||||
| *Students will opt minor course from other departments. | |||||
| Course Code | Paper Title |
|---|---|
| Core | Modern Sociological Theories |
| Core | Rural Studies |
| Core | Social Change: Concepts and Theories |
| Core Optional | Environmental Sociology or Political Sociology |
| Research Project / Dissertation | Research Project / Dissertation |
| Course Code | Paper Title |
|---|---|
| Core | Social Change in India |
| Core | Perspectives on Indian Society |
| Core | Classifications in Sociology |
| Core | Sociology of Marginalized Groups |
| Research Project/ Dissertation | Research Project/ Dissertation |
| MA Sociology | Semester I | Semester II | Semester III | Semester IV | ||
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| Registration Fee | ₹ 200/- | - | - | - | ||
| Internship Fee | ₹ 10,000/- | - | ₹ 10,000/- | - | ||
| Semester Fee | ₹ 5,500/- | ₹ 5,500/- | ₹ 5,500/- | ₹ 5,500/- | ||
| Annual Fee | ₹ 21,200/- | ₹ 21,000/- | ||||
| Total Fees | ₹ 42,200/- | |||||
| Note: The above-mentioned fee does not include the 'Examination Fee', which will be applicable each semester. Details of this fee will be communicated to you in due course. | ||||||
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It is a two-year postgraduate programme that combines academic study with structured field exposure through an MA Sociology internship program, enabling applied learning alongside coursework.
Unlike a conventional programme, this course integrates practical engagement through an MA Sociology degree with internship, offering real-world exposure to social research and community work.
Yes, the qualification is awarded by Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut, a UGC-recognised institution, and follows approved MA Sociology internship requirements.
Academic learning is conducted online, while professional exposure is gained through an on-site MA Sociology internship curriculum.
Students may gain experience with NGOs, research bodies, and community development organisations through available MA Sociology internship opportunities in India.
Candidates holding a bachelor’s degree in Sociology or allied disciplines are eligible as per the academic criteria defined for the MA Sociology internship program.
The internship runs concurrently with the academic programme and follows the approved MA Sociology internship duration.
Graduates may pursue roles in social research, community development, policy support, HR, or academia, supported by experience gained through an MA Sociology internship.
Applications must be submitted online by clicking the Admission Enquiry option and completing the required form in line with MA Sociology internship requirements.
Yes, students who prefer a purely academic pathway may opt for the Masters in Sociology offered through the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode, which focuses on theoretical and conceptual study.