Discontinued degree program

As of the 2023/24 winter semester, registration for the 1st semester of the Sociology degree program will no longer be possible. Instead, the subject Sociology will be offered as part of the new Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Bachelor’s degree program as a 1st or 2nd major subject.

Important information

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Courses

General information about the degree program

Sociology is an empirically oriented social science that serves the investigation of current, past and future social life. Sociologists have to have a broad knowledge of theories but also know how to apply methods when investigating various social phenomena. Furthermore, they are supposed to help find solutions to social problems through theoretical and empirical analyses. Since sociologist can work in a large variety of fields, this programme aims at imparting broad sociological knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to practical issues instead of offering extremely specific specialisations.
The core area consists of introductory and basic modules as well as advanced and specialised modules and a bachelor’s thesis. The module “Introduction to Sociology” offers a first introduction to the field, contents and methods. The basic module “Methods of Empirical Social Research” offers an introduction to data collection and analysis. Students also have to attend the following modules: “Sociological Theory”, “Microsociology” and “Macrosociology”. The modules of the core area are complemented with courses in a supplementary area and in general aptitudes as well as a professional internship (300 hours).

Study contents

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Postgraduate studies

Study documents

The official announcements of TU Dresden include all published regulations . Please use the search bar to find the document you need: Official proclamation

The regulations are also available on each institution’s website.

Contacts

Central Student Information and Counselling Service

Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Science

Admissions Office

International Office

Additional information