Graduate Programs
The master of arts programs in Central Michigan University's
Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Social Work (SASW) prepare
students for advanced doctoral education, entry into professional
roles, career advancement, or enhancement of professional training and
skills. Candidates develop a command of an area of study and
engage in research that will enable then to understand the distinctive
nature of sociology, to teach it to others, to apply it in diverse
criminal justice and social and human service settings, and to assist
in its development.
Master of Arts
Admission |
Degree
Requirements | Courses | Assistantships
Our master's degree program is designed for students planning to
pursue a career in research or education. It is also a good
starting point for students planning to pursue a Ph.D. Graduate
classes are small, providing students with personalized instruction
and the opportunity for research collaboration with professors.
Required Courses (15 - 24 hours):
501: Development of Sociological Theory
601: Contemporary Sociological Theory
607: Methodology of Sociological Research
631: Workshop on Qualitative Research
632: Techniques of Sociological Research
For student on Plan A:
602: Professional Seminar
798: Thesis
Concentration in
Social and Criminal Justice
Admission |
Degree
Requirements | Courses | Assistantships
The social and criminal justice program
emphasizes community-based justice and prepares the graduate for
advanced professional studies as well as career advancement in various
justice fields, such as: probation, parole, alternative sentencing,
community mediation and social and human services.
Required Courses
(in addition to the 15 - 24 hours listed above):
Justice Core (12 hours)
621: Social Control and Justice Systems
623: Violence, Victims, and Social/Justice Responses
624: Social Justice
625: Field Consultation
Elective on Plan B (3 hours):
One approved SOC 500 or 600 level course with a justice emphasis,
or one approved course in applied areas such as public administration,
public finance, management, human resources, counseling, or
psychology.
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