Sociology is a subject that deals with the study of society. This subject includes the study of the society and its various activities. The subject deals with the activities of various individuals and its affect of the society. The subject also deals with the study of various methods through which the society can be moved towards development and upliftment. Society is formed by the collection of individuals, and thus, one needs to understand the contribution of an individual towards the society. All these aspects and the way through which one can be useful for the society, is studied under this course.

M.A in sociology has great career prospects. One can work in various research organizations that work for the development and well being of the society. Many NGO and social organizations also includes these degree holders for the development of the condition of the society. These degree holders also have a great scope in the media field.

Seeing its wide prospects and growing demand, various colleges have been offering this course. The list of colleges has both kinds of colleges. Private as well government, both kinds of colleges are spread all over the country and offers this course to the aspiring and interested candidates.

The fee structure of M.A in Sociology is different for different colleges. All the government colleges charges lesser amount than their private counterparts. The fee is generally in between 1200 per year to 40000 per year. Few renowned universities and institutes are in the league that offers this course. Ten names include University of Delhi, University of Calcutta, Presidency University, University of Madras, Andhra University, Christ University and many more. The fee in University of Calcutta is Rs. 1200 per year, at the rate of Rs. 100 per month. University of Delhi charges approximately Rs. 9000 per year. Christ University on the other hand charges whopping Rs. 40,000 per year for this course.