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Master SociologyPeter Achterberg (head of department)Ioana van Deurzen (lecturer)Lynn van Vugt (former student)Tom Welman (master student)
Master: Society, Policy, and Politics in Comparative PerspectiveStart: End of August / end of JanuaryInformation evening: March 23rd
NO 2 in the 2016
Elsevier ranking
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1. What does the program look like? Master Sociology
Extended Master Sociology
2. Student experience
3. Career perspectives
4. Admission & Application
5. More information
Program (Extended) Master Sociology
What does the program look like?
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A. Master SociologyB. Extended Master Sociology
C. Research Master Social and Behavioral SciencesD. Double Degree Programs
- Tilburg University & University of Trento (IT)- Tilburg University & University Pompeu Fabra
(Barcelona, ES)
Options
Two intake moments
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• One year, 60 ECTS
• Two semesters: 4 units
• Language: English
• Title: MSc
• Two intake moments
August 2017
January 2018
A. Master Sociology
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• Societally orientedHow does internet use affect our social networks?
How can we explain the rise of radical right parties?
Profile Master Sociology
Society, Policy, and Politics in Comparative Perspective
802/05/2023Master Sociology
• Nostalgia• Anti-Elitism• Nativism• Anti-trade openness
• Comparison with other countries…• Wilders’ PVV• Le Pen’s FN• Grillo’s 5 star movement…• Petry’s, AfD• Duterte, PDP, Philippines• Farage’s UKIP
The inevitable Trump
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• Societally orientedHow can we explain the rise of radical right parties?
How does internet use affect our social networks?
• Research orientedMaster’s Thesis / more advanced statistics
• Policy orientedHow do different policies shape individuals’ behavior?
How effective are they?
Profile Master Sociology
Society, Policy, and Politics in Comparative Perspective
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An overview of the program (courses)
The Social Structure of Western Societies
(6 ECTS)Social Capital
(6 ECTS)
Social Policy & Social Risks
(6 ECTS)
Politics and Society in Comparative
Perspective (6 ECTS)
Society
Policy
Politics
Master S
eminar (12 E
CTS
) &
Thesis (24 EC
TS)
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Program structure Master Sociology (August)
Units Courses ECTS
Unit 1 August – October
Social Policy & Social RisksMaster Seminar Sociology: From Theory to Research
69
Unit 2 October – December
Social Capital: Networks Resources and AttitudesMaster Seminar Sociology: From Theory to ResearchMaster's Thesis Sociology
636
Unit 3 January – March
The Social Structure of Western SocietiesMaster's Thesis Sociology
69
Unit 4 March – June
Politics and Society in Comparative PerspectiveMaster's Thesis Sociology
69
Total ECTS 60
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Program structure Master Sociology (January)
Units Courses ECTS
Unit 1 January – March
The Social Structure of Western SocietiesMaster Seminar Sociology: From Theory to Research
69
Unit 2 March – June
Politics and Society in Comparative PerspectiveMaster Seminar Sociology: From Theory to ResearchMaster's Thesis Sociology
636
Unit 3 August – October
Social Policy & Social RisksMaster's Thesis Sociology
69
Unit 4 October – December
Social Capital: Networks Resources and AttitudesMaster's Thesis Sociology
69
Total ECTS 60
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• Discrimination of minorities in the labor market
• Is judicial legitimacy declining, and why?
• Health apps and psychological constraints
• School drop-out among ethnic minorities
• Social contacts and feelings of trust
• Religiosity and civic morality in the Netherlands
• And many more…
Theses topics
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The Extended Master Sociology (EMS) offers students the possibility to experience what sociologists (can) do in practice on the
workplace.
EMS combines the regular course and thesis work with a junior traineeship at a selected organization.
B. Extended Master Sociology (EMS)
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B. Extended Master Sociology
• One and half year, 90 ECTS
• 3 Semesters Semester 1 & 2: regular master courses Sociology Semester 2 & 3: Traineeship + Master Thesis
• Traineeship: 30 ECTS (half year)
• Language: English / traineeship: Dutch or English
• Title: MSc + professional certificate
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Traineeship
Participate in (research) projects of professional organizations
Why? Working experience Practical knowledge Improving your skills and competencies Policy & advice experience Future job?
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SelectionMotivation + CVInterview by employer; regular application!
Traineeship
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Partner organizations
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Some student quotes of our extended master
‘What I particularly liked about my traineeship was learning from the people who have so much knowledge and experience already. I always wondered where sociologist would end up working after their studies, but I finally found the answer’~Iris Bakker, 2014, Movisie
When looking back, I think it would fit me more if I would have been working at a research institute that does commissioned work.
~Jolien Greven, 2014, Yes! Project Utrecht University
I can conclude that this past year has been very instructive to me. I’ve learned about my weaknesses but also about my strengths and abilities both as an individual and professional…….I am thankful for this experience and …I would recommend it to every graduating student’
~Jessica Villamil, 2013, Inspectorate of Education
Student experiencesLynn van VugtTom Welman
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Alumna Extended Master Sociology
• Internship at Dutch Inspectorate of Education
• Main tasks: the State of Education• Literature research• Analyses with SPSS• Writing paragraphs for in the repport• Control work of others• Attend meetings
• Wrote master thesis about a different, non-related subject
• Building professional network• Job opportunities
Lynn van Vugt
2202/05/2023Master Sociology
Tom Welman
Student Master Sociology
Why this master?
• Interesting look at society through scientific "glasses"• Small group• Good contact with fellow students and lecturers• Focus on your own research• Supervision
Tom Welman
Career Perspectives
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Where are our graduates working?
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Where are our graduates working?
12%
14%
21%
9%
9%2%
12%
2%
19%
ScientistRemaining functions
Manager/ Director
Journalist
Politician
Lecturer
Organization- or HR Advisor
Policy Advisor
Researcher
Where are our graduates working?
Admission & Application
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Admitted if …
• BA or Premaster Sociology from Tilburg University, or
• BA or Premaster Sociology from elsewhere, or
• BA Organization Studies or Human Resource Studies TiU - with
minor Sociology (18 ects)
• Liberal Arts and Sciences – Major Social Sciences
• Other bachelor or master Ask & inform
• Premaster Sociology for HBO enrollers http://www.tilburguniversity.edu/nl/studenten/administratie/inschrijven/tilburg-university/toelating-social-sciences/
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Admission Procedure
• BA TiU Register in studielink• Else NL Studielink + Request for Admission TSB• Outside NL Request Admission first
Application deadlines• Start September: 31 August• Start January: 31 January
More information, see the website:• http://www.tilburguniversity.edu/nl/studenten/administratie/inschrijven/eerste-master/
• https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/nl/onderwijs/masteropleidingen/sociology/application/ • https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/nl/onderwijs/masteropleidingen/sociology/extendedmaster
Why Sociology in Tilburg?
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Facebook Sociology Tilburg University
https://www.facebook.com/tilburgsociologie/
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At least 5 good reasons
1. High succes rates
2. Small scale / favorable student-staff ratio
3. Extended Masters: Unique traineeship possibility!
4. Good student evaluations
5. Broad Master Options and good career perspectives
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Further Info
Masterbeurs! In the Foyer of Warande Building 19:30 – 21:15Meet students and Education Coordinators!
Double Degree session Round 4 (20.00-20.45), room WZ 103
Contact:• Dr. Ruud Luijkx, program director: [email protected]
www.tilburguniversity.edu/master/sociology