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Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology (DSOC)

Program Overview:

This program aims to produce, professionals who are able to critically comprehend, integrate, and apply the sociological perspective in key areas of specialization: family, health and population dynamics (Track 1); organizational and social systems development (Track 2); and educational sociology (Track 3). 

As a degree program, the Ph.D. in Sociology will provide the students with an opportunity to be grounded in theory using traditional and non-traditional methods of instruction and to engage in professional social science research utilizing non-classroom-based strategies.

Program Learning Outcomes (LO):

PO1-   Explain family, health and population dynamics / organizational and social system dynamics / education using the major principles of sociological perspective.

PO2-   Design research addressing socially relevant issues affecting human lives taking into account the diversity of human conditions.

PO3-   Analyze and synthesize research findings using rigorous social sciences methodologies.

PO4-   Develop strategies having implications for policy and program in collaboration with other sectors.

PO5-   Produce an original dissertation in sociology that would help advance the understanding of a problematique.

Admission Requirements

To enter the Program, the applicant must need a Master’s degree in any social science discipline, or, a University degree in social science or, at least three years of social science work-related experience; must submit the DLSU graduate admission requirements.

Total number of units required: 36 academic units and 12 units dissertation.

Duration: 5 years course requirement, 3 years thesis

The student must pass a Written Comprehensive Examination prior to enrollment in dissertation writing courses.

The student must publish a research article in a SCOPUS, WOS or ACI indexed journal during the course of study using DLSU-DSBS as primary affiliation.

Program Checklist/ Flowchart

• ABS561D Classical Social Theories
• ABS562D Contemporary Social Theories
• ABS563D Foundations of Social Institutions and Social Organizations
• ABS551D Advanced Social Research Methods 1
• ABS567D Foundations and Theories of Human and Social Capital
• ABS553D Advanced Social Research Methods 2

Track 1: Family, Health and Population Dynamics 

• ABS603D Family and Society Major
• ABS605D Contemporary Issues in the Family 
• ABS615D Culture, Health, and Population Dynamics 
• ABS611D Biological and Social Foundations of Health 
• ABS619D Legal Frameworks of the Population and the Family
• ABS679D Research Utilization and Policy Advocacy

Track 2: Organizational and Social Systems Development

ABS682D Sociology of Complex Organizations

• ABS673D Planned Change in Organizational Setting 

ABS676D Human Dimensions of Corporate Planning

ABS671D Organizational Behavior and Organizational Theories

ABS678D Program Development, Management and Evaluation

ABS675D Organizational Ethics and Social Responsibility

Track 3: Educational Sociology

ABS691D Philosophy of Education

• ABS698D History of Philippine Educational System
• ABS697D Contemporary Issues in Basic and Higher Education
• ABS694D Sociology of Education
• ABS695D Education and Public Policy

ABS951D – ABS956D Dissertation Writing 1 to 6

Additional courses for applicants without Master’s degree in Sociology:

• Workshop on Social Research Methods 1
• Workshop on Social Research Methods 2
• Special Topics in Contemporary Social Theories
• Special Topics in Classical Social Theories

Course Description:

Core Courses

ABS561D (Classical Social Theories)

Examines classical theoretical traditions in Sociology. The course explores the historical formation of the significant developments within each theoretical perspective. This course also deals with the crises and controversies among classical theories, and the analyses of these theories as applied to the study of society and social interaction.

ABS562D (Contemporary Social Theories)

Examines contemporary theoretical traditions in Sociology. The course explores the historical formation of the significant developments within each theoretical perspective. This course also deals with the crises and controversies among contemporary theories, and the analyses of these theories as applied to the study of society and social interaction.

ABS563D (Foundations of Social Institutions and Social Organizations)

Discusses concepts, principles, theories and research regarding social institutions and organizations and their development. It also deals with the influence and confluence of institutions and organizations in the human society. 

ABS567D (Foundations and Theories of Human and Social Capital (for HSCF)

In recent years both scholars and policymakers have expressed a remarkable amount of interest in the concepts of human and social capital and civil society. A growing body of research suggests that the social networks, community norms, and associational activities signified by these concepts can have important effects on social welfare, political stability, economic development, and governmental performance. This course examines the roles played by these networks, norms, and organizations in society.

ABS551D (Advanced Social Research Methods 1)

This course deals with logic of quantitative data analysis, including measures of central tendency and dispersion, measures of association, bivariate and multivariate statistics, tests of significance for appropriate levels of measurement. It also presents problems and issues in quantitative sociological research methods. Students are expected to learn how to conceptualize and design their own quantitative research projects.  Students also learn to use statistical software package for social research.

ABS553D (Advanced Social Research Methods 2) 

This course deals with the logic of qualitative research methodology. It presents various techniques and tools to be used as well as how to conduct analysis. It also discusses problems and issues in qualitative sociological research methods. Students are expected to learn how to conceptualize and design their own qualitative research projects.  Students are also introduced to qualitative analysis software for social research.

Major Courses

Track 1 : Family, Health and Population Dynamics 

ABS603D (Family and Society)

This course discusses family as a basic unit of society. Family will be examined as a socio-cultural construction, and interactive system, and organization, and a social institution. Topics include family patterns in various cultures, relationships within the family, family influences on personality development, marital roles, mate selection, parent-child relations, family dissolution, and reorganization

ABS611D (Biological and Social Foundations of Health)

The course provides an overview of the structural and functional basis of health and illness, disease conditions with higher prevalence and where the socio-behavioral components are critical for control or management will be selected for illustration.  Wherever possible, a gender perspective will be incorporated in the approach to the subject. The lifecycle approach is used in discussing the developmental changes, leading causes of morbidity and mortality and other important health issues in the intra-uterine, infancy, childhood, adolescent, adult and senescent phase in life. The biological foundations and the socio-behavioral aspects of health promotion and disease causation are described in the different stages across the life span.

ABS615D (Culture, Health and Population Dynamics)

This course examines social and cultural factors affecting the health of human populations. This study examines the social organizations and socio-cultural processes related to wellbeing and sickness in various societies.

ABS605D (Contemporary Issues in the Family)

This course involves   students to the exploration of   various contemporary issues facing families. Includes family history, transnational families, research and theory regarding changing gender roles, family violence and abuse, divorce, single parenting, work families, sexual orientation, non-traditional families, and other relevant issues

ABS619D (Legal Framework of Population and the Family)

The course examines some of the most significant Supreme Court decisions covering population and family issues and concerns. Students will have the opportunity to conduct a policy review involving population and the family. 

ABS679D (Research Utilization and Policy Advocacy)

This course focuses on student’s abilities to refine their critical/analytical skills in evaluating research for applicability to policy advocacy. Students will examine the role of evaluation, action research, and research findings in assuring quality in policy formulation and in solving relevant problems.

Track 2 : Organizational and Social Systems Development 

This course examines ways in which rules, power and informal norms shape behavior in organizations. It also looks at the various types of organizational  structures  in different social environments and factors influential to the formation of complex organizations. Attention to alternative organizational theories is complemented by the study of specific business, governmental, and non-profit organizations. 

This co urse is designed to expose the student to the fundamental principles with which to understand human behavior inside organizations. The course examines various theories developed in an attempt to explain and predict employee behavior in an organizational context. 

ABS673D Planned Change in Organizational Setting

This course applies the general systems and organizational behavior theories to the problems of organizational change and development in labor and industrial relations. Emphasis on the roles of leadership and change agents.

While corporations favor the rational, objective and technical expertise in decision making, this course aims to provide the students the framework of looking at the value of examining the value of the human dimension  in corporate planning and implementation. It also aims to discuss the importance of participatory leadership and the importance of feedback in organizational planning as well as the tools needed to achieve it. 

The course deals with the concepts, principles, methods, tools and   techniques, and theories and frameworks used in planning, managing and evaluating programs. It also discusses the various issues involved in program planning and management as well as management of change within the program, quality assurance initiatives, including monitoring and evaluation of program outputs and outcomes.

This course provides a foundational perspective for socially responsible management practices in organizations. Special emphasis is placed on the inter-related nature of ethics, moral, legal, and social issues in managing individuals, groups, and the organization within a business environment.

Track 3:   Educational Sociology  

This course commences with basic questions that underlie the purposes of formal and non-formal education. Global perspectives on values, beliefs, and goals of education will be examined from ancient days through current theorists. The course  culminates with the student’s developing a personal philosophy of education that emerges from the study of various philosophies, ethical theories, and purposes of learning.

ABS694D Sociology of Education  

The course provides a venue to discuss a wide range of both practical and conceptual issues in education and professional teaching. It  examines  current problems and controversies in Philippine education, particularly issues involving quality and equality. The course explores the reciprocal influence between educational institutions and other institutions in society.

ABS698D History of the Philippine Educational System

This course discusses the evolution of the Philippines Educational System. It also  examines the   stages  of development from the past to  the present system of Philippines education and the various factors influential to its evolution. 

ABS697D Contemporary  Issues in Basic and Higher Education 

This course involves students in the exploration of   various contemporary  issues  facing basic and higher education. Includes quality of education, access to education,  research and theory regarding changing gender roles and inequality, migration of teachers, and other relevant issues.

ABS695D Education and Public Policy 

This course explores the nature of public policies affecting education, how these policies are made and influenced by the state, and the role of policy research and analysis, and several of the major current public policy problems and policy responses.

Dissertation Courses

ABS951D Dissertation 1 (Proposal Development and Tool Construction) 

(including research fellowship stint at a foreign university)**

Students in the dissertation stage 1 will first develop a doctoral dissertation proposal according to the specifications required for doctorate research (topics may relate with either family health and population or human and social capital formation; students may develop and complete their proposal writing in a foreign university). Data collection instrument should also be constructed according to framework and methodological designs  of the dissertation. 

ABS952D Dissertation 2 (Pilot Testing and Proposal Defense)

Students in the dissertation stage 2  will  defend  doctoral dissertation proposal according to the specifications required for doctorate research.  Students may complete their proposal writing in a foreign university Students will then present their proposal in a public seminar. After the approval of the dissertation topic and data collection instrument, pilot testing will be done to check on the objectivity, validity and reliability of the data collection instrument.  

ABS953D Dissertation 3 (Data Collection/Fieldwork) 

Students in the dissertation stage 3  will collect data for their dissertation The mentor should conduct field visit to monitor and check fieldwork activity of the student. 

ABS954D Dissertation 4 (Data Processing and Analysis) 

(including a public midterm review seminar presentation)

Students in the dissertation stage 4, given the completion of  data collection  will proceed to data analysis and writing. Once they have the preliminary findings, students will present these in a midterm review (in a public seminar) for comments. 

ABS955D Dissertation 5 (Writing) (publication of a dissertation-based journal article, and a public pre-defense seminar presentation)

Students in the dissertation stage5, after considering the comments in the pre-defense seminar  presentation, is expected to write and publish a dissertation -based article in a journal. Also, a public pre-defense seminar presentation will be done. 

ABS956D Dissertation 6 (Writing and Oral Defense) 

(including production and publication of a dissertation-based journal article, and a public pre-defense seminar presentation)

Students in the dissertation last stage, , after considering the comments in the pre-defense seminar  presentation, is expected to ready the dissertation for a final oral defense. Panel members approval is needed for the students to finalize the dissertation, and thus the completion of the final requirements in the program.

64 Best universities for Sociology in the Philippines

Updated: February 29, 2024

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Below is a list of best universities in the Philippines ranked based on their research performance in Sociology. A graph of 144K citations received by 17.7K academic papers made by 64 universities in the Philippines was used to calculate publications' ratings, which then were adjusted for release dates and added to final scores.

We don't distinguish between undergraduate and graduate programs nor do we adjust for current majors offered. You can find information about granted degrees on a university page but always double-check with the university website.

1. De La Salle University

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2. University of the Philippines Diliman

3. Ateneo de Manila University

4. University of the Philippines Manila

5. University of Santo Tomas

6. University of the Philippines Los Banos

7. University of the East - Philippines

8. Asian Institute of Management

9. University of San Carlos

10. Philippine Normal University

11. Mapua University

12. Mindanao State University

13. Visayas State University

14. University of Asia and the Pacific

15. Central Luzon State University

16. Bulacan State University

17. Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology

18. Caraga State University

19. Assumption College San Lorenzo

20. Silliman University

21. Laguna State Polytechnic University

22. Cebu Normal University

23. University of the Philippines in the Visayas

24. Angeles University Foundation

25. University of Mindanao

26. Polytechnic University of the Philippines

27. University of the Philippines Baguio

28. Technological Institute of the Philippines

29. Benguet State University

30. Leyte Normal University

31. Palawan State University

32. West Visayas State University

33. Lyceum of the Philippines University

34. Ateneo de Davao University

35. Liceo de Cagayan University

36. Adventist International Institute of Advanced Studies

37. Samar State University

38. University of the Philippines Mindanao

39. Isabela State University

40. Batangas State University

41. Central Mindanao University

42. Surigao del Sur State University

43. University of Perpetual Help System DALTA

44. University of Southeastern Philippines

45. San Beda University

46. University of Southern Mindanao

47. University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines

48. Bukidnon State University

49. Adventist University of the Philippines

50. De La Salle - College of Saint Benilde

51. Mariano Marcos State University

52. University of the City of Manila

53. University of Bohol

54. University of San Jose-Recoletos

55. Xavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan

56. Adamson University

57. Sorsogon State College

58. University of Zamboanga

59. Nueva Vizcaya State University

60. University of the Immaculate Conception

61. Southern Luzon State University

62. University of Eastern Philippines

63. Emilio Aguinaldo College

64. University of Northern Philippines

The best cities to study Sociology in the Philippines based on the number of universities and their ranks are Manila , Quezon , Los Banos , and Makati .

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The introduction of the teaching of Sociology as a course in the University of Santo Tomas (UST) is historically related to the establishment of the Faculty of Philosophy and Letters in 1896. Historical records indicate that graduate degrees for both the Masters and PhD degrees in Sociology were awarded by the university in the 1950s, the undergraduate Sociology program was only formally introduced in 1967 with the establishment of the Department of Sociology in UST under the College of Liberal Arts (Batan & Samaco, 2013).

After almost two decades the Sociology program evolved various sets of curricula, which was recently reviewed and implemented in response to the new set of K-12 graduates, specifically catering to the Humanities and Social Sciences academic strand. This new curriculum follows the minimum requirements provided in the CHED Memorandum Order 40 Series of 2017 – Policies, Standards, and Guidelines (PSG) for the Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. As a result, the new Sociology curriculum ensures a high standard of instruction covering fundamental teaching, learning, and training of Sociology core courses in theory, social research methods, and the department’s specializations in the field of five substantive research agendas.

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Bachelor of Arts in Sociology   (4 years)

• social planner / community organizer
• project coordinator
• interview / survey facilitator
• social development worker
• media consultant
• statistician
• concept analyst
• public administrator
• administrative assistant

What to do after finishing a sociology degree is always a question for many, most still find assurance on whether taking the degree will give them a good career, and most importantly, a stable source of income. Its status as a profession has been largely presupposed. For example during the 2012 National Conference of Philippine Sociological Society, researchers gathered to talk and try to solve the problem regarding sociology’s professional boundaries which revolves around the conference’s central theme: “sociologists as professionals” (Rafael 2014). Meanwhile Randolf “Randy” David argues that sociology is already a professionalized one (Rafael 2014). 

Sociology has been a forefront in examining the organization and practices of professional life. Sociologist Julia Evetts, in her comprehensive study on sociological research on professional groups, observed that the history of development in the said field revolves around three concepts: professional. professionalism, and professionalization (2011). The concept of profession is primarily concerned with the nature of the profession itself. It acknowledges the prominence of the profession’s knowledge and its sought of finding traits that makes a profession distinct from other occupations (Rafael 2014). Therefore we are to say the same on sociology: that is a profession which can be identified and applied to various work occupations in the society. 

The discipline of sociology is diverse and not well-defined. Because of this flexibility, Sociology can be incorporated to almost every discipline, from social sciences to health, communication to sports etc. Sociological practice encompassess wide range of “expertise”, which include social research, policy analysis, social development work, social mobilization, and policy research among the few (Rafael 2014). This generality of expertise from sociologists leads to situations where sociology graduates are expected by educational institutions to teach non-sociology subjects like logic, philosophy, history and economics (Rafael 2014). Meanwhile, sociology has established its “market” on academic research, and that the discipline developed its own self-inferential jargon as seen from the works published by Philippine Sociological Review  (Rafael 2014). 

On that note, Randolf David has described professionalization as the discipline’s promotion of “a particular way of talking, a jargon, a scholasticism,” and the insistence on relation sociological research outputs to an imagined universal thread of sociological thought (David 2001), which further supports the idea that sociology is indeed a profession because of the skills and knowledge required to be able to analyze, interpret, and understand cultures and establish norms in both the society and institution. 

However, in the Philippine setting, sociology remains to be an academic discipline as it currently does not have a professional code of conduct for it to be formalized. Erwin Rafael has compared sociology, an academic discipline, with accountancy which is more practice-based and has concluded that sociology-centered norms and values are not workable profession-wise (Rafael 2014). Nonetheless, this does not stop sociology from being a profession as it continues to contribute to the production, interpretation, understanding, and application of knowledge to solve society’s conflicts and issues.

Kung anong gagawin pagkatapos ng pagkuha ng diploma sa sosyolohiya ay tanong ng marami. Lahat ay naghahanap ng katiyakan na ang diplomang nakuha ay makapagbibigay ng magandang trabaho at maayos na pangita. Ang lugar ng sosyolohiya bilang isang propesyon ay palaging kinukwestiyon, halimabwa noong 2012 National Conference ng Philippine Sociological Society, nagtipon ang mga mananaliksik para pag-usapan at bigyang solusyon ang problema patungkol sa “hangganan” ng propesyon ng sosyolohiya na naka-angkla sa tema ng komprensya: “mga sosyolohista bilang mga propesyonal” (Rafael 2014). Samantala, ayon kay Randy David, ang sosyolohiya ay ganap nang gawaing propesyonal (Rafael 2014).

Ang sosyolohiya ang palaging nangunguna pagdating sa pagkilatis ng mga organisasyon at praktika ng propesyonal na buhay. Ayon kay Julia Evetts sa kanyang pag-aaral patungkol sa sosyolohikal na pananaliksik sa mga grupong propesyonal, naobserbahan niya sa kasaysayan ng pagusbong ng naturang disiplina ang tatlong konsepto: propsesyonal, pagka-propesyonal, at gawain propesyonal (2011). Ang konsepto ng propesyon ay pangunahing nakatuon sa katangian ng mismong propesyon. Kinikilala nito ang kaalaman ng disiplina at ang paghanap nito ng mga indibidwal na katangian na naghihiwalay rito sa ibang disiplina (Rafael 2014). Kung gayon ay makikita natin na katulad nito, ang sosyolohiya ay isang propesyon kung saan maaring maiangkla sa iba’t ibang trabaho sa lipunan.

Ang disiplina ng sosyolohiya ay malawak. Dahil sa kakayahan nito angkop sa lahat, ang sosyolohiya ay maaaring isama sa ibang disiplina mula agham panlipunan at medisina, komunikasyon at palaro. Ang praktika ng sosyolohiya ay maraming maituturing na larangan ng kadalubhasaan, kabilang na rito ang panlipunan pananaliksik at pagtatasa ng patakaran (Rafael 2014). Ang lawak ng kadalubhasaan na ito ng sosyolohiya ay madalas na nagiging dahilan ng generalisasyon na ang mga sosyolohista ay inaasahang ng mga akademikong institusyon na magturo ng mga asignaturang walang kinalaman sa disiplina. Samantala, naitatag ng sosyolohiya ang sarili nitong “merkado” sa pananaliksik na makikita natin sa mga gawang inilathala ng mga sosyolohista sa Philippine Sociological Society (Rafael 2014).

Inilarawan naman ni Randolf David ang professionalization bilang promosyon ng disiplina ng “partikular na pamamaraan ng pagsasalita, jargon, iskolarismo,” at ang paggigiit sa kaugnayan ng sosyolohikang pananaliksik na output sa ipinalalagay na unibersal na sosyolohikang pag-iisip (David 2001) na higit pang sumusuporta sa ideyang ang sosyolohiya ay isang tunay na propesyon dahil sa kasanayan at kaalamang kailangan upang masuri, magbigay kahulugan, at intindihin ang mga kultura at magtatag ng mga pamantayan sa lipunan at sa institusyon.

Ngunit, ang sosyolohiya ay nananatiling isang pang-akademikong disiplina sa Pilipinas sa kadahilanang wala itong professional code of conduct upang ito ay ganap na gawing pormal. Ikinumpara ni Erwin Rafael ang sosyolohiya na isang pang-akademikong disiplina sa accountancy na batay sa kasanayan at naghinuha na ang mga pamantayan at prinsipyong nakasentro sa sosyolohiya ay hindi praktikal para sa isang propesyon (Rafael 2014). Gayunpaman, hindi ito makapipigil sa sosyolohiya sa pagiging isang propesyon sapagkat patuloy ito tumutulong sa produksyon, interpretasyon, pag-unawa, at aplikasyon ng kaalaman upang malutas ang mga salungatan at isyu ng lipunan.

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• Research Agenda
• Prof. Clarence M. Batan, PhD – Lead

Asst. Prof. Josephine A. Placido, MA

• Asst. Prof. Antonino N. Tobias, IV MS

Asst. Prof. Louie Benedict R. Ignacio, PhD

• Asst. Prof. Milrose P. Llenas, MA, LPT

Asst. Prof. Rhodora Lynn L. Tababa, MA

Inst. Noemi G. Estrella, MS, LPT

Inst. Mark Godwin B. Villareal, MA, LPT

Inst. Anzelwise Augustus Dominik Y. Paras, MA

• Inst. Jade Harley C. Bretaña, MA
• Ms. Theresa Anne Nadine B. Lichauco, MA-TSS, LPT
• Mr. Jaconiah Shelumiel T. Manalaysay, MA

The Department of Sociology focuses on youth, education, work, and technologies as research areas. We believe that specific attention to youth provides an opportunity to deeply examine the socio-cultural roots of young people’s collective behavior, a perspective that can inform strategies that aim for their active engagement and improvement, particularly on Kabataang Pilipino (young Filipinos). Moreover, the department also deems education, being one of the most critical determinants of quality of life, as an equally important area of study together with work.

Examining education and work in research offers meaningful models or bases on which we can frame policy recommendations for the betterment of society. This comes especially as challenges to youth, education, and work are intertwined with technologies as culture engenders more digital competencies vital for human engagement. Thus, the department also focuses on Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in relation to the interacting sociologies of youth, education, and work in contemporary societies such as the Philippines and the global world.

• Asst. Prof. Froilan A. Alipao, MCD – Lead
• Asst. Prof. Antonino N. Tobias IV, MS
• Ms. Noemi G. Estrella, MS, LPT

The Department of Sociology also orients itself in applying research to real-world conditions. We want to show how our conceptual knowledge is validated and challenged through first-hand experience in the community and with different stakeholders. This is driven by our desire to anchor the theoretical to the practical to ensure that classroom-based lessons or modules are relevant and not detached from everyday realities.

By doing so, the department can expand the learning environment beyond the physical space of the school campus. We, therefore, maintain a research agenda rooted in the principles of experiential and action-oriented learning intended to contribute to the formulation of realistic solutions to issues that confront communities and their socio-ecological structures.

• Asst. Prof. Frederick I. Rey, MA, MS, PhD – Lead

Asst. Prof. Froilan A. Alipao, MCD

The Department of Sociology also includes the topics of politics and governance in its research agenda. This is in recognition that political actors and government regulations and legislations shape people’s life chances, behavior patterns, group dynamics, social development, and outcomes.

• Prof. Clarence M. Batan, PhD – Lead
• Ms. Theresa Anne Nadine B. Lichauco, MA-TSS,  LPT

Distinctively Thomasian, this research agenda of the Department of Sociology is also interested in examining how the Catholic Church and her institutions help shape the socio-political landscape guided by Christian values. We will investigate how the Catholic Church molds the faithful’s view on certain social issues and inspires them to act according to the Church and Social Teachings.

More importantly, the Department is keen to advance studies exploring the Catholic Church’s struggles as she faces the pressures and challenges of modern society, the realities of multi-culturalism, the alarming context of social and climate injustices, and her relevance in today’s world.

• Assoc. Prof. Sampson Lee Blair, PhD – Lead

The Department of Sociology emphasizes social health and families as distinct areas of our research agenda. In the context of health crises that plagued the world in recent times, the department has never been in the right place than now for investigating the intersection of health and society, most especially in addressing critical issues like health equity and disparity.

We recognize that sociological research can contribute to the broader discourse on people’s well-being. We are also cognizant that family, as a social institution, remains a relevant area of research because of its role in socialization. Examining the family contributes to our critical understanding of how social circumstances shape family experiences, relationships, and dynamics.

• Asst. Prof. Frederick I. Rey, MA, MS, PhD

The Department of Sociology also directs attention to understanding the dynamics of Sociology as an academic discipline and a profession in the Philippines. As an academic discipline, we are interested in examining how Sociology as a discipline is being introduced in primary and secondary levels, including Senior High School, as part of Araling Panlipunan and Social Sciences courses. 

Also, we are fascinated by examining the learning experiences of Sociology students and the curriculum delivery in various institutions across the country. This includes the engagements of students and faculty with the Philippine Sociological Society (PSS) and other international associations such as the International Sociological Association (ISA). We are also inclined to explore the employment trajectories of Sociology alumni to learn about sociologists’ work realities and futures as practitioners and professionals.

• Inst. Jade Harley C. Bretaña, MA – Lead

Prof. Clarence M. Batan, PhD

• Inst. Mark Godwin B. Villareal, MA, LPT 

The Department of Sociology also provides special attention to building upon Global South scholarship, particularly through post-colonial theory and methods, in response to the need for locally based conceptual, theoretical, and methodological approaches to contemporary Sociology. Mainly, we are interested in how sociological concepts and their local manifestations are understood in the Global South, especially in post-colonial countries like the Philippines. Thus, we further deem that theoretical knowledge based on specific articulations is sensitive and critical to the socio-economic, cultural, and religious milieu, among others, that make up essential contexts as a backdrop to doing better Sociology locally and internationally. Ultimately, we aim to translate these conceptual and theoretical aspirations to methodologically innovate, considering ethical sensitivities, awareness, and cultural competencies needed in researching in a post-colonial world.

Vision & Mission

The University of Santo Tomas Sociology Department aspires to thrive and progress further in achieving their goals: to apply and execute the disciplines and practices gained from integrated curriculum on both local and international communities. This educational program sets out to produce the brightest students who can perform well their duties and obligations as engaged citizens to the society. Pursuing to continue towards the development of well-rounded individuals and to ensure attainment of a sustainable future.

Ang Departamento ng Sosyolohiya ng Unibersidad ng Santo Tomas ay naglalayong paunlarin at payabungin ang kakayahan na nakuha mula sa edukasyong dapat isagawa sa iba’t-ibang komunidad sa buong mundo. Kalakip nito ang paniniwala na ang edukasyong aming ibinabahagi ay nagbubunga ng isang responsableng mag-aaral hindi lamang sa kanyang tahanan kundi na rin sa pamayanan. Ang Departamento ng Sosyolohiya patuloy na magsusumikap na mapag-yabong pa ang kaalaman ng bawat mag-aaral upang matiyak ang kanilang maayos na kinabukasan pati na rin ng lipunan.

The UST Department of Sociology, composed of both professors and the student body from the Faculty of Arts and Letters, are committed to enrich the field of Sociology by the dedication of to study sociological inquiries and analyses. Through our active research agendas, we aim to help, inform, enlighten, and urge the academe field and community masses to immerse themselves towards the sociological issues that happen in the society and to inspire creation of further studies.

Ang Departamento ng Sosyolohiya ng Unibersidad ng Santo Tomas na binubuo ng mga propesor at kalipunan ng mga mag-aaral mula sa Pakultad ng Sining at Letra, ay naglalayong mapagpayaman ang disiplina ng Sosyolohiya sa pagpapaigting ng dedikasyon sa sosyolohikal na pagsisiyasat at pagsusuri. Sa pamamagitan ng aming mga adyendang pangsaliksik, layon naming matulungan ipabatid, maliwanagan, at maunawaan ng mundong akademya at ng masa ang mga isyung sosyolohikal na nagaganap sa lipunan at magsilbing inspirasyon para sa paggawa ng karagdagang pag-aaral.

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Asst. Prof. Antonino N. Tobias IV, MS,

• Core Faculty

Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology

Master of Arts in Sociology

Asst. Prof. Antonino IV N. Tobias, MS

Master of Science in Sociology

Inst. Jade Harley C. Bretaña, MA, LPT

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Asst. Prof. Frederick I. Rey, MA, MS

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Assoc. Prof. Sampson Lee Blair, PhD

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Master of Community Development

Asst. Prof. Milrose P. Llenas, MAEd

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Inst. Theresa Anne Nadine B. Lichauco, MA-TSS, LPT

Master of Arts in Teaching Social Sciences

Inst. Jaconiah Shelumiel T. Manalaysay, MA

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Rosechelen Charity G. Acorda-Adongay  

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology 2011

A 2015 Bachelor of Laws alumna of UST, her field of expertise is Administrative Law. She is a Lecturer (2017 Rules on Administrative Cases on the Civil Service, Sexual Harassment, Statement of Assets, Liabilities and Networth) and is currently working as Attorney V at Civil Service Commission National Capital Region.

Clarence M. Batan, PhD

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology 1995

Clarence M. Batan graduated Bachelor of Arts in Sociology ( Magna cum Laude ) in University of Santo Tomas – Manila, Philippines; Master of Arts in Sociology in University of the Philippines – Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines and Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology (Dalhousie Unversity – Halifax, Canada). 

​ He became the Vice President for Asia of the Research Committee 34 – Sociology of Youth of the International Sociological Association (2014-2018); became President of Philippine Sociological Society (2017-2018); and a member of Technical Committee for Sociology of the Philippine Commission of Higher Education (CHED).  Brown University (Research Fellow, 2012 & Visiting Fellow for International Studies, 2013) Providence, Rhode Island, USA made him a postdoctoral fellowship. Dr. Batan became the director of the Research Center for Culture, Education, and Social Issues sa UST (2015-2017). 

His fields of expertise are Sociology of Youth, Education and Work. Currently, he is the head researcher of the The National Catechetical Study (NCS) 2021: Pastoral Action Research and Intervention (PARI) Project, commissioned by Catholic Bishops’ Conference in the Philippines (CBCP) – Episcopal Commission on Catechesis and Catholic Education (ECCCE) to understand the statehood and condition of the​

Catechetical Mission of the Church in the Country. Currently, he is the Coordinator of the Department of Sociology in University of Santo Tomas.

He has two books published:

2010 Batong-bahay: Naratibo ng kahirapan at tagumpay ng isang karaniwang pamilyang Pilipino (Stone house: A Filipino family’s narrative of poverty and success) UST Publishing House, Manila Philippines. [Creative non-fiction about his family] 

2000 TALIM: Mga Kuwento ng Sampung Kabataan (TALIM: Life Histories of Ten Young People) published in Filipino by the Social Research Center, UST. [An advocacy book for rural youths with illustrations. Based on the MA thesis in Sociology, UP Diliman, Quezon City.]

John Philip Bertiz

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology 2009

John Philip Bertiz is a graduate of AB Sociology at The University of Santo Tomas Batch 2009; MS Human Resource Management in 2016. Some of the notable recognitions he received are:

• 2019 Global Stars of Excellence
• 2019 Asia Segment Stars of Excellence (Asia LEAD New Graduate Program and Manulife Business Processing Campus Sourcing Team)
• 2017 Asia Segment Stars of Excellence
• 2016 Asia Best LinkedIn Influencer for Manulife ​

His field of expertise is Human Resource and he is currently working at Manulife as the Manager for Campus Recruitment and Sourcing Strategy for Asia.

Vincent C. Leido IV

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology 2010

Vincent C. Leido IV is a graduate of AB Sociology at The University of Santo Tomas Batch 2010; Juris Doctor at Philippine Law School and he is currently taking his MBA in De La Salle University.

His field of expertise are Government Service/Political Affairs. Leido is currently the Deputy Chief for Political Affairs for the Office of Sen. Grace Poe (Senate of the Philippines).

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Sociology Program

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Sociology program consists of 36 units of graduate work for students who have a master's degree in Sociology, and 63 units for those who completed their master’s degree in another field.

Students who completed their master's (M.A.) in Sociology are required to complete:

6 units of sociological theory 6 units of research methodology 6 units of sociology electives 6 units of graduate courses in other disciplines 12 units of dissertation

Students who completed their master's in another field or discipline are required to complete:

12 units of sociological theory 12 units of research methodology 18 units of sociology electives 6 units of graduate courses in other disciplines 3 units of Social Science 201 (Statistics for Social Sciences) or its equivalent 12 units of dissertation

Ph.D. students are expected to pass a comprehensive examination before they can proceed with proposal defense, dissertation research and writing, and dissertation defense.

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The Department of Sociology and Anthropology is an academic service unit that takes part in the students’ integral development to become responsive, dynamic, and sensitive to the needs of Mindanao, the country, and the Asia-Pacific through sustained excellence in service and commitment to the Jesuit mission.

Using Sociological and Anthropological perspectives, the department is committed to the understanding and enrichment of Filipino heritage and its diverse cultures through the synergy of instruction and research. It binds itself to develop, nurture, and enhance a sense of responsibility and involvement, to foster unity and belongingness within and between units and to strive to form men and women for others especially the disadvantaged.

The department is committed to training and developing researchers, teachers, practitioners, and leaders in human behavioral studies. The department focuses on developing skills and motivation to apply the rules and logic of Sociology and Anthropology. The major functions include instruction, engaging the twin thrusts of teaching and research, enriching the teaching process, and bringing social realities and concerns into the center of student consciousness.

As per CHED Memorandum Order Series of 2014, Sociology is the systematic study of social life, groups, societies, world systems, and virtual communities. As an academic discipline, Sociology focuses on the interplay between human structures and agencies.

The Sociology programs produce graduates who will contribute to the production, interpretation, transmission, and application of knowledge generated from social research, that is informed by economic, political, ecological, and socio-cultural trends in the local and global arena. Sociology recognizes the role of competent training in social research towards multiculturalism and nation building.

The programs aim to provide students grounding in Sociological Theories or perspectives and research methodologies that will allow the understanding, analysis, and address of social problems and issues.

Graduates of the Sociology programs will engage in teaching, research, development work in private and public entities (e.g. academic, corporate, government, local and international organizations) and/or pursue further advanced training.

In keeping with the mission and vision of Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan, the Sociology Programs seeks to produce leaders from among students who exhaust themselves in developing their competencies in knowledge production by developing and conducting theoretically rooted and empirically grounded socially relevant research that appreciates, preserves, and enriches everyday social life. The thrusts of the program is towards realizing the common good for the community, the greater part of Asia-Pacific, and the world while integrating and fostering dialogue that cultivates respect for environment, varying religions, and cultural values. The Sociology programs is dedicated to the pursuit of nation building that keeps in mind the Jesuit mission of reconciliation, faith and justice.

Sociology at XU is a Commission on Higher Education Faculty Development (CHED – FDP) Scholarship receiving program for both the Masters’ degree and the Doctorate degree. The department is the only one among Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) offering the Sociology program with this kind of CHED recognition in Mindanao.

Through the Filipino, Catholic, and Jesuit synergy of instruction, character formation, and research, the Sociology programs at Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan aims to develop leaders from among students with disciplinal competence, social conscience for the poor and marginalized, and the intensified commitment to lifelong learning conjugated with the burning character demonstrative of the Ignatian values - cura personalis, Magis and finding God in-all-things.

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The normal requirement for admission to the MPhil Sociology is an MSc degree with a minimum B+ average in Sociology or related fields. Students without a MSc Sociology degree may be required to complete a list of courses determined by the Department. Candidates are admitted subject to adequate supervisory capacity.

Candidates are admitted subject to adequate supervisory capacity. Special prerequisites may be required for students with non-UWI, non-Faculty of Social Sciences and non-programme-specific degrees.

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There are two paths to the PhD in Sociology: 1. MPhil students with satisfactory progress may seek an upgrade to the PhD by the end of their second year. 2. Candidates with an MSc degree with a minimum B+ average in Sociology or related fields and work experience in the field of the proposed doctoral research may apply directly for the PhD.

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Programme Information The MPhil and PhD Degrees in Sociology are offered to highly qualified candidates who show capabilities for independent research. Both MPhil and PhD Programmes are offered in the fields of specialization indicated above. Although these degrees are examined by thesis, students are usually assigned departmental requirements for which there are written examinations.

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Schools offering Sociology courses in the Philippines

Results (49), mindanao state university - iligan institute of technology.

• State University, Iligan City, Lanao del Norte
•  AB in Sociology
•  MA in Sociology
•  Master in Sociology
•   Bachelor's ₱ 7,000 per year

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•  Center of Development in Sociology

"The professors were terror. Sometimes they were hard to understand maybe because they thought we were geniuses like them. And some of them had their own favorite student. Moreover, some rooms were air..."

A. M.  studied  AB-SOCIO ,  graduated 2013

Central Mindanao University

• State University, Maramag, Bukidnon
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•   Bachelor's ₱ 8,000-12,000 per year

"The school was amazing. It's location perhaps is in the middle of a province but it's worth it. During my time, I only paid 90 pesos per unit. l just had to pay 3000-4000 in a semester. And when you'r..."

B. C.  studied  AB-PSYCH ,  graduated 2012

Ateneo de Manila University

• Private University, Quezon City, Metro Manila
•  Master in Applied Sociology and Anthropology
•  MS in Social Development
•  PhD in Sociology
•   Master's ₱ 50,000-70,000 per year
•  Center of Excellence in Sociology

"The university is simply amazing. The overall culture encourages to a student to think outside of the box and embark on a journey to discover oneself in different aspects such as political, sociologic..."

K. D.  studied  AB-SS ,  graduated 2012

Mindanao State University - Main Campus

• State University, Marawi City, Lanao del Sur
•   Bachelor's ₱ 3,000-6,000 per year

"The ambiance is conducive to learning since the campus is not noise polluted and everywhere you look the scene is relaxing. During my stay in the university, we had curfews at 7:00pm that was not a pr..."

B. M.  studied  BSSW ,  graduated 2013

Xavier University

• Private University, Cagayan de Oro, Misamis Oriental
•  AB in Sociology-Anthropology
•   Bachelor's ₱ 50,000-60,000 per year

"The school was located in the middle of the city that is why it is so accessible to the malls, market, restaurants and the likes. The atmosphere of the school in general is indeed suited for studying ..."

P. G.  studied  BSDC ,  graduated 2014

Central Philippine University

• Private University, Iloilo City, Iloilo
•   Bachelor's ₱ 40,000-84,000 per year

"Most of our Departments professors are young, they were all accommodating and very good at their craft. I didn't have anything against them since we considered them as our loving mentors. The school'..."

K. J.  studied  ABMC-BJ ,  graduated 2011

University of San Carlos

• Catholic Private University, Cebu City, Cebu
•  MA in Psychology major in Social Psychology
•   Bachelor's ₱ 70,000-80,000 per year
•   Master's ₱ 19,500-35,000 per year

"Atmosphere - okay, it a big university with a big population. Professors - competent, although some are very "bookish". Facilities - that was 10 years ago, so I guess compared nowadays we're a bit f..."

L. F.  studied  BS-PSYCH ,  graduated 2002

Bicol University - Main Campus

• State University, Legazpi City, Albay
•   Bachelor's ₱ 10,000-14,000 per year

"Atmosphere of Bicol University is very condusive for learning. Its highly ventelated. People are friendly especially if you are from the same department. The Professors: they are highly competitive a..."

G. E.  studied  AB-POL.SCI ,  graduated 2006

University of Eastern Philippines

• State University, Catarman, Samar
•   Bachelor's ₱ 12,000-14,000 per year

"it never failed to impress me all the time. It always had something to show that made us proud every year. My stay here is something that I will never ever forget in my life. Since the university is ..."

J. C.  studied  AB-POL.SCI ,  graduated 2012

Wesleyan University Philippines

• Private College, Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija
•  MAEd in Sociology

"I just love my alma mater. This was my comfort zone. When I felt bad I just seated on the bench under my favorite tree. All were very friendly to me."

B. R.  studied  ABMASSCOM ,  graduated 2006

Polytechnic University of the Philippines

• State University, Manila, Metro Manila

"A very interesting and eager ambiance for practical learning. You got to learn through your own and produce something out of nothing because our school lack facilities and equipment, but as a student,..."

J. R.  studied  ABMASSCOM ,  graduated 2007

University of the Immaculate Conception

• Private University, Davao City, Davao
•   Master's ₱ 17,000-27,000 per year

"My school is a catholic school. So, students are entitled to be disciplined, the facilities were good. It seems they have everything there and the atmosphere is really quiet, peaceful compared to thos..."

M. C.  studied  ABCOM ,  graduated 2007

Philippine Christian University

• Private University, Manila, Metro Manila
•  MS in Social Work with specialization in Administration
•   Master's ₱ 30,000-41,000 per year

"My mentors at school were like my very close friends. They were very approachable and down to earth. When something perplexing came into my attention, I usually got their most honest to goodness assis..."

R. A.  studied  AB-PHIL ,  graduated 1994

University of Mindanao

•  PhD in Social Development

"Our professors are all competent. The atmosphere is conducive of learning and the facilities are well enough."

F. A.  studied  BS-PSYCH ,  graduated 2013

University of the Philippines Visayas

• State University, Miagao, Iloilo
•  BA in Sociology

"It was a great school with very competent professors who knew their fields inside and out. We also have recently upgraded our facilities and have greatly improved the quality of education in our depar..."

T. B.  studied  ABCMS ,  graduated 2013

Silliman University

• Private University, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental
•  MA in Sociology (Thesis & Non-Thesis)
•   Master's ₱ 40,000-80,000 per year

"The Professors in our school was all great and smart. The atmosphere was indeed excellent for students like us because it's very refreshing since it was all sorrounded by trees and green plants. We al..."

J. A.  studied  AB-POL.SCI ,  graduated 2000

De La Salle University

"My professors in DLSU were a mix of learned gurus and fresh-minded neophytes. Thus, I get the best of both worlds - the wisdom coming from experienced minds and from those with fresh ideas. I am bles..."

L. M.  studied  AB-PSYCH ,  graduated 1995

Philippine Women's University

"Everything was very overwhelming. All professors were very accommodating and generous. And all the facilities were clean, fully air-conditioned and has flat screen computers and Wi-Fi is also availabl..."

H. C.  studied  AB-FS ,  graduated 2013

Western Mindanao State University

• State University, Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Sur
•  Master in Local Government Administration with specialization in Socio-Economic Development Administration
•   Master's ₱ 3,700-6,400 per year

"The Professors are terrible in terms standards, knowledge and skills as a real teacher whereas we students were equipped with all the knowledge should we know about the course. The atmosphere is good..."

A. F.  studied  ABMC-B ,  graduated 2008

College of the Immaculate Conception

•  MA in Education major in Sociology
•   Master's ₱ 8,600-17,000 per year

"The faculty and guidance people were very supportive, but the professors for major subjects does not seem to enjoy the fact that the students were really few. FAcilities, what can you say, it's superb..."

L. V.  studied  BS-PSYCH ,  graduated 2002

University of the Philippines Diliman

• State University, Quezon City, Metro Manila
•  MA in Women and Development
•  Doctor in Social Development
•  Diploma in Women and Development
•   Bachelor's ₱ 40,000-50,000 per year
•   Master's ₱ 3,800-19,500 per year

"The professors were as varied as the students. Some were mediocre, but some were the best teachers I've had."

J. J.  studied  AB-PSYCH ,  graduated 2012

Ateneo de Davao University

•   Bachelor's ₱ 84,000-100,000 per year

"As part of one of the best schools in Mindanao, the Ateneo de Davao University served to cater in all of my educational needs. Library resources were abound, Wi-Fi service was consistent, and the camp..."

E. N.  studied  AB-SOCIO ,  graduated 2010

University of the Philippines Los Banos

• State University, Los Banos, Laguna
•  MS in Rural Sociology
•   Master's ₱ 8,400-30,000 per year

"University of the Philippines is the best University in the Philippines. I am very proud to say that among thousands of aspirants, I was one of the people who passed the UP College Admission Test.Univ..."

M. E.  studied  AB-SOCIO ,  graduated 2010

Asian Social Institute

• Private College, Manila, Metro Manila
•  MS in Sociology
•   Master's ₱ 16,500-29,000 per year

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Bukidnon State University

• State University, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon
•   Bachelor's ₱ 14,000-16,000 per year

Mindanao State University - Gensan

• State University, General Santos City, South Cotabato
•   Bachelor's ₱ 2,000-2,400 per year

La Consolacion University Philippines

• Private University, Malolos City, Bulacan
•  MA in Behavioral Science major in Sociology

Visayas State University

• State University, Baybay City, Leyte
•  MS in Development Sociology
•   Master's ₱ 6,600-7,800 per year

Caraga State University Butuan

• State University, Butuan City, Agusan del Norte
•   Bachelor's ₱ 8,000-22,000 per year

Mount Carmel College - Escalante

• Private College, Escalante City, Negros Occidental
•   Bachelor's ₱ 24,000-30,000 per year

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Economic Sociology

Economic Sociology at MIT Sloan trains scholars to use sociology to understand how organizations and economies work. This group meets the growing need for sociologically trained faculty in business schools and the expanding field of economic sociology. Leading researchers like Ezra W. Zuckerman Sivan , Emilio J. Castilla , Johan Chu , Kate Kellogg , and Ray Reagans explore the links between organizations, institutions, and the economy. Their work uses qualitative research (e.g., fieldwork, case studies, ethnography), quantitative research (e.g., surveys, archival databases, social network analysis), and modeling (e.g., systems dynamics, game theory, agent-based models) to explain economic processes. 

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Consumers approve of firms that do the work to make an industry seem legitimate. Those that free-ride on that “legitimation work” are seen as less authentic.

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Ezra W. Zuckerman Sivan

Alvin j. siteman (1948) professor of entrepreneurship and strategy.

Ezra Zuckerman Sivan is  the Alvin J. Siteman (1948) Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship. He is also cofounder of MIT Sloan's PhD Program in Economic Sociology.Zuckerman Sivan is an economic sociologist whose research focuses on showing how…

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Emilio J. Castilla

Ntu professor of management.

Emilio J. Castilla is the NTU Professor of Management and a Professor of Work and Organization Studies at the MIT Sloan School of Management.Castilla is currently the co-director of the Institute for Work and Employment Research. He joined the MIT…

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Johan Chu is the Sarofim Family Career Development Assistant Professor and an Assistant Professor of System Dynamics at the MIT Sloan School of ManagementJohan’s research examines the shifting bases of social power and corporate advantage. Recently…

Kate Kellogg

David j. mcgrath jr (1959) professor of management and innovation.

Kate Kellogg is the David J. McGrath Jr Professor of Management and Innovation, a Professor of Business Administration at the MIT Sloan School of Management.Kate's research focuses on helping knowledge workers and organizations develop and implement…

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Minjae Kim (2018)

“Essays on Social Norms”

Tristan Botelho (2017)

“Essays on Knowledge Sharing and an Opt-in Evaluation Process among Investment Professionals”

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PhD in Sociology

The Vision Statement of the Department of Sociology states:

The department not only provides a forum for the production of cutting-edge intellectual knowledge and exchange of that knowledge traversing across national borders in South Asia and beyond, but also strives through this knowledge to dislocate the persistence of an imposed framework emanating from the colonisation process and postcolonial politics of knowledge.

Keeping this in mind, the Department encourages research that proves its generic relevance for South Asia and makes an effort to overcome the parochial borders of existing research through a wider canvas of theorisation and possible empirical work. The topics/themes of research undertaken in the Department of Sociology tend to have a South Asian perspective, or show an adequate effort towards it. There need not always be a comparative perspective though the department encourages that researchers in MA and Ph.D programmes dwell upon the relevance of their research for South Asia. The PhD programme specifically aims at enabling research scholars to rethink, revise and rejuvenate the discipline of Sociology by effectively centring South Asia and engaging in a purposive dialogue with dominant centres of knowledge, typically associated with the West, as well as with new emergent perspectives from other parts of the world.

We invite students whose commitment as research scholars in Sociology and Anthropology reflect these concerns and interests. We are especially interested in students who will help push the bounds of Sociological and Anthropological knowledge to enable the development of a ‘South Asian Sociology’; who are aware of its diverse histories, concerns and approaches, and can initiate a rethinking of the category of South Asia without falling prey to nationalist and statist paradigms and contribute to the further development of Sociology and Anthropology as disciplines on the whole.

We are a young department and we offer students a vital space for intellectual and methodological innovation which is often not available at established departments elsewhere. Thus, our research students will play a critical role in developing new approaches as we grow as a department.

Based on the current composition of our faculty we invite students to work on diverse topics including: Anthropology of Contemporary Art, Anthropology of Folklore, Popular Culture, Performance, Media, Cinema, Music and Visual Culture, New Innovations in Sociological and Anthropological Theory and Methodology, Social Thoughts in South Asia, Sociology of Education, Politics of Knowledge Production, Gender and Sexuality, Material & Consumer Culture, Regionalism & Nationalism, South Asian Studies, Anthropology of Development, Social Stratification, Social Movements, Political Economy, Identity Politics, Violence and Conflict, Urban Anthropology, Sociological and Anthropological Studies of Economic life, Industrialisation and the World of Work, Human Economy, Ethnicity and Nationalism, Migration Studies and Diaspora, Forced Migration, Borders, Political Sociology and Historical Sociology.

In addition to the curricular component, the Ph.D programme requires research scholars to be active in a variety of extra-curricular activities organised by the Department such as conversations, symposia, cinema-discussions, blogging, and exhibitions, among others. The idea behind this culturally rich programme is to instill a holistic approach in which sociology, culture, politics and everyday life come together.  

Minimum Eligibility

A minimum of 17 years of education (12 years of schooling + a 3-year Bachelor’s degree and a 2-year Masters degree or 4-year Bachelors degree + a 1 year Masters degree in Sociology or related disciplines like Political Science, Economics and Business Studies, Labour Studies, Psychology, Cultural and Social Anthropology, History, Philosophy, Linguistics, Mass Communication, Journalism, Film and Television Studies, Education, Geography, Law, Social Work, Development Studies, Criminology, Archaeology, Cultural Studies, Gender Studies, Post-Colonial Studies, English, Comparative Literature, Comparative Religious Studies or Sociology of Science, Art History, Critical Theatre Studies, Aesthetics and art Production from an institution recognised by the government of any of the SAARC countries, with a minimum of 50% mark sin the aggregate or an equivalent grade.

Admission Procedure

Through an Entrance Test and an Interview. The candidates will be shortlisted for the interview on the basis of their performance in the Entrance Test. The minimum marks required to clear the Entrance Test will be 50%.

Those shortlisted for the interview, will have to submit a written research proposal (30 marks), a statement of purpose (05 marks) and two letters of recommendation (05 marks). The interview will carry 10 marks.

The final merit list will be prepared by totalling the marks obtained in the Entrance Test and in the Interview.

Letters of Recommendation: Candidates must submit 2 letters of recommendation from two individuals not related to them who can, with authority, comment on their suitability to study at the Doctoral level in Sociology. They should address the strengths and weaknesses of the candidates’ academic background up to that point; their analytical and language skills, strengths and orientations in publications (if publications are available) and creativity so far evident in the candidate’s chosen area of research etc. 

Research Proposal:  Applicants are also required to submit a complete research proposal that outlines the process of the proposed research and, in general, includes the following points:

• The context within which the general topic of the proposed research has been conceived;
• Research questions, problems or hypothesis that the candidate hopes to explore;
• A clear analysis of the comparative sources that could be used to guide the proposed research (to indicate that the candidate has read relevant material) as well as an analysis of the main approaches and findings of key literature in the field (as well as its weaknesses);
• A description of the tools and methods for collecting information and data that are expected to be used, and why such tools are preferred. If required, new methods of research to overcome the limitations of existing methods can also be suggested.
• The conceptual models/categories and theoretical approaches to be employed and their justification;
• Case studies and samples that the candidate proposes to use and their selection criteria;
• Areas where field work will be undertaken and the relevance of that location to the proposed study.
• A brief explanation of how the proposed research might contribute to the existing knowledge;
• A tentative timetable for the proposed research;

A complete bibliography using a referencing system acceptable in any of the social sciences (for stylistic considerations, candidates for both Sociology and IR programs may refer to the ‘Style Guide’ available on the webpage of the Department of Sociology).

The research proposal should establish the candidate’s creativity in presentation and conceptualisation, analytical skills as well as versatility in language, and should not exceed 2500 words.

Statement of Purpose: The statement of purpose is a narrative statement in which the candidate explains why he or she is motivated to undertake the proposed research, and why it should be undertaken. In writing the statement of purpose the candidate can garner information from the research proposal and the literature read so far; but it also can and should outline the personal and subjective considerations that may have led to the conceptualization of the proposed research. This could include the academic history of the candidate as well as his or her personal history and the social and political transformations experienced by his/her society where the research might be based. Essentially, all this information will allow the selection panel to understand the approach the candidate is proposing and his/her background. The candidate can be creative and imaginative when writing the statement of purpose in terms of conceptualisation and presentation. It should not exceed 600 words.

Interview : All candidates applying for the PhD programme must also face an interview either in person or via video call. The interview will focus on the information provided in the research proposal, statement of purpose and the letters of recommendation. Candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their oral presentation skills, ability to articulate complex ideas, response to hypothetical field problems, etc., that may be posed. Candidates are encouraged to be creative and candid when facing the interview.

Format of the Entrance Test Paper

• The duration of the Entrance Test will be 2 hours.
• The question paper will consist of 70 multiple choice questions.
• There will be no negative marking.
• The subject knowledge and comprehension skills will be of the post-graduate level.
• Some questions may be of multiple-choice type based on the reading of  passages provided. 

For a sample Test Paper, click here.

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