Department of Sociology
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Are you admitted to a Master's program autumn 2022?
Welcome! Here you can find more information.
What is Sociology and Demography?
Sociology is the scientific study of the origin, development, organization, and functions of human societies. The subject helps you understand how individual lives are affected by gender, social background and ethnicity.
"My education gave me a solid foundation for a career in the field of Sociology"
What does a sociologist do? Our alumnus Ackson Mwale, now a lecturer at the University of Zambia, studied the Master's Programme in Sociology at Stockholm University.
During your studies
Here you will find information on how you can influence your education, apply for study breaks and other things you need to know during your education.
Study abroad
The international student exchange with Erasmus+ in Europe gives you the opportunity to spend a part of your training at one of Stockholm University’s many partner universities in Europe.
Find us here
You can find us at Universitetsvägen 10B, floor 8 and 9 in one of the blue houses called "Södra husen" (the south houses) in entrance B.
Puffar research
Ongoing research projects
Here you will find a list of our ongoing research projects at the Department of Sociology.
Recent publications
Here you will find our recent publications in peer-reviewed journals and books by the Department of Sociology.
Occupation alone not linked to a higher risk of dying from Covid-19
A new study from Stockholm University shows that occupation on its own was not linked to a higher risk of dying from Covid-19 in Sweden.
Immigrants who experience discrimination are less likely to vote
Immigrants who are active in religious organizations in Sweden are less likely to participate in politics compared to immigrants who are not active in such organizations, a new PhD study from Stockholm University shows.
