Bachelor in Sociology

Sociology examines the structure, dynamics, and development of human societies, focusing on social relationships, institutions, and behavior. Typical coursework includes social theory, research methods, statistics, social stratification, urban sociology, and the study of culture and social change, building both theoretical understanding and practical research skills. Students learn to design and conduct social research, analyze data, and interpret patterns in social life across different communities and institutions. Career paths include roles in research, social policy, nongovernmental organizations, human resources, and public administration, as well as further study in sociology or related social science fields. This bachelor program runs 4 years and is taught in English at Social Sciences University of Ankara, located in Ankara, Turkey. As a state university, the program is part of Turkey's public higher education system and is offered fully in English to international students.