MA in Sociology and Anthropology — study plan
Doha Institute for Graduate Studies School of Social Sciences and Humanities
- Credit hours
- 42
- Levels
- 5
- Courses
- 28
- Degree
- master
The MA in Sociology and Anthropology study plan at Doha Institute for Graduate Studies is an accredited master programme spanning about 3 years (5 academic levels), requiring 42 credit hours across 28 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Semester 1 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOC611 | Theories in Sociology | 3 |
| SOC614 | Qualitative Research Methods | 3 |
| SOC613 | Quantitative Research Methods | 3 |
| SOSH601 | Issues in Social Sciences and Humanities | 3 |
Semester 2 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOC612 | Theories of Anthropology | 3 |
| SOC616A | Research Seminar 1 | 3 |
Semester 3 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOC616B | Research Seminar 2 | 3 |
| SOC639 | Sociology of Arab Societies Elective | 3 |
| SOC640 | Anthropology of Arab Societies Elective | 3 |
Semester 4 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOC699 | Master's Thesis | 9 |
Program Elective Courses 54 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOC628 | Visual Anthropology Elective | 3 |
| SOC626 | Anthropology of Social Movements Elective | 3 |
| SOC635 | Sociology of the Body Elective | 3 |
| SOC637 | Contemporary Issues in Sociology Elective | 3 |
| SOC630 | Contemporary Issues in Migration Studies Elective | 3 |
| SOC631 | Marginalization and Social Inequality Elective | 3 |
| SOC636 | Sociology of Identity Elective | 3 |
| SOC622 | Gender in Arab Societies Elective | 3 |
| SOC629 | Anthropology of Maghreb Societies Elective | 3 |
| SOC625 | Migration and Citizenship Elective | 3 |
| SOC621 | Political Leadership Elective | 3 |
| SOC638 | Youth and Normative/Value Transformations in Arab Societies Elective | 3 |
| SOC641 | Linguistic Anthropology Elective | 3 |
| SOC633 | Contemporary Sociological Theories Elective | 3 |
| SOC623 | Advanced Quantitative Methods Elective | 3 |
| SOC632 | Transformations of Rural Societies Elective | 3 |
| DIGS620 | Data, Digital Sciences and Skills Elective | 3 |
| DIGS621 | Data Methodologies, Automation and Analysis Elective | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about MA in Sociology and Anthropology
How many credit hours is MA in Sociology and Anthropology at Doha Institute for Graduate Studies?
MA in Sociology and Anthropology at Doha Institute for Graduate Studies requires completing 42 credit hours to graduate, spread across 28 courses.
How many years is MA in Sociology and Anthropology at Doha Institute for Graduate Studies?
The study plan for MA in Sociology and Anthropology spans about 3 years (5 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does MA in Sociology and Anthropology award?
MA in Sociology and Anthropology at Doha Institute for Graduate Studies awards a Master's degree after completing 42 credit hours.