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MA with Specialization in Sociology

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Program Curriculum

Fundamentals of Sociology

Fundamentals of Information Technology

Classical Sociological Theory

Science,Technology and Society

Fundamentals of Research

Program Eligibility Criteria

What each degree costs and what it gives back over 5 years

Student Category:

Indian

Eligibility:

Bachelor's degree (any discipline) or equivalent. Eligibility, admission criteria or any other condition mentioned herein or otherwise for admission to any program is subject to change as prescribed by the university.

Document Required:

Bachelor's degree (any discipline) or equivalent. Eligibility, admission criteria or any other condition mentioned herein or otherwise for admission to any program is subject to change as prescribed by the university.

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Dr. Damini Biloria

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Dr. Harry

Assistant Professor

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Dr. Tarandeep Kaur

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Dr. Keshlata

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Program Offering
Fee Structure

LUMPSUM

59840 USD

International

Lumpsum with 20% Grant + 10% waiver. Same rate as domestic. Applicable to Indian nationals and international applicants from Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh.

LUMPSUM

59840 INR

Domestic

20% Student Grant + 10% extra lumpsum waiver applied. Fee includes examination fee of ₹2000 per semester. Registration fee of ₹600 (non-refundable) is extra. Fee shown is with 20% Student Grant applied.

SEMESTER

16400 USD

International

Same rate as domestic. Applicable to Indian nationals and international applicants from Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh.

SEMESTER

16400 INR

Domestic

Fee includes examination fee of ₹2000 per semester. Registration fee of ₹600 (non-refundable) is extra. Fee shown is with 20% Student Grant applied.

EMI

3644 INR

Domestic

No-Cost EMI at ₹3644/month for 18 months. 20% Student Grant applied.

LUMPSUM

2848 USD

International

20% Grant + 10% lumpsum waiver. Fee includes examination fee of US$100 per semester. Registration fee of US$10 (non-refundable) is extra. Applicable to all countries except Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh.

SEMESTER

780 USD

International

With 20% Student Grant. Fee includes examination fee of US$100 per semester. Registration fee of US$10 (non-refundable) is extra. Applicable to all countries except Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh.

REGISTRATION-FEE

600 INR

Domestic

One-time non-refundable registration fee.

REGISTRATION-FEE

10 USD

International

One-time non-refundable registration fee (international).

Rankings & Accreditations

5th in India by THE World University Rankings 2026

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Ranked by THE Impact Rankings

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Ranked 31st Overall among all Govt. and Private Universities by NIRF 2025

Ranked by NIRF

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Ranked 4th in India by WURI Rankings 2024

Ranked by WURI

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Global Rank 19 in Quality Education by THE Impact Rankings 2024

Ranked by THE Impact Rankings

RANKING YEAR – 2024

Accreditation By

All India Council for Technical Education Approved

National Assessment and Accreditation Council A++

University Grants Commission Recognized

UGC DEB Entitled

WES Recognized

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Frequently Asked Questions

Beyond teaching, an LPU Online MA Sociology equips graduates for roles like Social Researcher, Policy Analyst, Community Development Officer, and CSR Manager. These professionals are actively recruited by organizations such as research firms (e.g., Nielsen India, IMRB International), government bodies (NITI Aayog, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment), NGOs (e.g., ActionAid India, CRY), and CSR departments of major corporations (e.g., Tata Trusts, Reliance Foundation). Your skills will be valuable in understanding social dynamics for evidence-based program design and evaluation.

An LPU Online MA Sociology offers a starting salary range of ₹3.5-6 LPA, with potential to reach ₹8-15 LPA with 5 years of experience in research or policy roles. In comparison, an online MA Psychology typically starts at ₹4-7 LPA (for counseling/HR roles) and can grow to ₹9-16 LPA, while an online MA English Literature usually starts at ₹3-5 LPA (content/editing) and reaches ₹7-12 LPA. While Psychology often has a slight initial edge in direct application roles, Sociology offers robust growth in the expanding social research and policy sectors in India.

The LPU Online MA Sociology program specifically teaches practical, job-ready skills including advanced Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methodologies, Data Collection techniques (surveys, interviews, focus groups), and basic Data Analysis using tools like SPSS for interpretation. You will also gain expertise in Social Impact Assessment, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, and effective Grant Writing. These skills are crucial for roles in research, policy formulation, and project management across various sectors in India.

Yes, an LPU Online MA Sociology degree is truly in demand in the current Indian job market, particularly in sectors focused on social research, policy advocacy, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and community development. The demand for professionals who can analyze complex social issues and contribute to evidence-based solutions is growing significantly. This UGC-DEB approved degree provides the analytical and research skills highly valued by NGOs, government agencies, and private sector CSR initiatives, ensuring relevant employment opportunities.