Postgraduate Degree

Master of Philosophy in Sociology

2 years Fourah Bay College (FBC) Faculty of Social Sciences Department of Sociology and Social Work

About this program

What you'll study and why it matters

Program Description

The Master of Philosophy in Sociology at the University of Sierra Leone is a research-focused graduate program designed to provide advanced knowledge, analytical skills, and research competence in the study of society, social structures, and human behavior. The program prepares graduates for academic, research, and professional careers in social policy, community development, and social research.

Career outcomes

Where graduates go after completion

Career Outcomes

Career Opportunities:

University Lecturer or Academic Researcher

Social Policy Analyst

Research Officer in Government or NGOs

Community Development Officer

Demographer or Population Studies Specialist

Consultant in Social Programs and Projects

Social Researcher in Health, Education, or Environmental Fields

Analyst in International Development Organizations

Graduates are prepared for careers in universities, research institutions, government ministries, NGOs, international organizations, consultancy firms, and for doctoral studies in sociology or related disciplines.

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