Sociology
Being a branch of social science, Sociology deals with the study of human social relationships, social behavior and the society. Professionals working in this field critically evaluate the human life and bring important questions up. They develop excellent social research projects, collect and analyze data and publish findings of their research. They focus on helping others as they understand everything about the society and the world in a better way and make important changes for the betterment of the world.
Role Desciption
Sociologists are responsible for formulating publications and reports of research findings. Analyzing and interpreting data to get a deep knowledge about human social behavior, planning and conducting research for developing and testing theories about societies and collecting data about the values and behavior of various communities are their main job roles. Along with that they are responsible for consulting and advising individuals, designing approaches to provide solutions to the group problems and developing procedures to intervene into the problems by taking interviews, counseling or conducting interactive sessions.
Eligibility
- 10 + 2 in Humanities stream (sociology (optional) as one of the subjects)/ Science
- BA(H) Sociology for 3 years/ B.Sc Medical Sociology for 3 years/Bachelors in Sociology for 3 years
- Masters in sociology for 1-2 years/M.Sc Sociology for 2 years
- Ph.D in Sociology
Significant Statistics
- No particular subject needed in 10+2
- For post graduation most of the institutes accept any bachelors’ degree or related to the subjects of sociology
- Ph.D or NET is mandatory for lectureship
- Minimum 60% are required in 10+2
Pros/Cons
Pros
- Various government jobs available
- Solid foundation for pursuing career in law, civil services, social services, etc.
- Professionals can bring positive changes in the society
Cons
- Master degree is mandatory to pursue a career in sociology
- Competition is tough in the sector
- Remuneration in the beginning is less
Leading Professions
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Community Services
These professionals work for community development agencies or environmental groups and NGOs as well to benefit juveniles, elderly and other special populations.
3.0LPA
Research in Sociology
Their duties include analyzing the problems of the societies and studying the development of the same. They conduct research on how humans interact and their research areas include gender, class, caste, race and other related topics.
6.0LPA
Criminal Justice System
Under Criminal Justice System, professionals work as correction officers, investigators, paralegal volunteers and parole officers. This profession demands the knowledge of criminal justice with sociology.
3.0LPA
Sociology Teacher
Professionals in the education industry are responsible for teaching at school or college level to students studying sociology subject.
4.0LPA
Public Administration
Public Administrators work on the issues relating to castes, genders, race, language, ethnicity, etc.
15.0LPA
Media Worker
As media has a great influence on the society, professionals can work in advertising companies, publishing houses as public relations specialists or journalist while giving a deep knowledge and understanding on social relationships, behavior and society.
8.0LPA
Corporate Professional
Professionals can also work in corporate as all the companies have a Corporate Social Responsibility department through which they contribute to the development of nation, protection of environment, welfare of community and employees.
10.0LPA
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Sociology
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Government organizations ,
NGOs ,
Research ,
Healthcare ,
Educational Institutes ,
Corporate Offices .
Recruiters
UNICEF ,
UNESCO ,
AIIMS ,
PGI ,
Apollo ,
Delhi University ,
CRY ,
United Nations Organisations (UNO) ,
Women and Child Development Department ,
Social Welfare Department .
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Exams and Tests
Recruitment Area
Government organizations ,
NGOs ,
Research ,
Healthcare ,
Educational Institutes ,
Corporate Offices .
Recruiters
UNICEF ,
UNESCO ,
AIIMS ,
PGI ,
Apollo ,
Delhi University ,
CRY ,
United Nations Organisations (UNO) ,
Women and Child Development Department ,
Social Welfare Department .
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