General description

The Sociology study program imparts a knowledge of the basic terms and fields of the discipline, and general sociological theories. It provides an introduction to empirical social research and the techniques of scholarly work, geared to current, highly versatile sociological methodologies for capturing and evaluating data. A diverse course offering gives students the opportunity to choose their own individual focus within the areas of research and study covered by the Institute of Sociology. Skills are taught placing a particular emphasis on applying the capacity to think independently along analytical and conceptual lines to formulate and resolve research problems and questions. Those completing the program are able to analyze structures and processes along theoretical lines and use empirical methods to examine them.

Admission requirements

For general Informations on Application see: https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/en/studies/application; More Informations in regulations and admission requirements of the program of study.

Branch of studies

Sociology

ECTS credits

60 ECTS Credits

Language of instruction

German