Ph.D. in Sociology Colleges and Universities in Ghana

The Doctor of Sociology (Ph.D., D.Sc) focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships.

Colleges and Universities Offering Ph.D. in Sociology in Ghana are:

UCC

UDS

Entry Requirements: 

Candidates applying to the programme must have at least one of the following An M.Phil in Sociology/Anthropology; An M.A. in Sociology/Anthropology by research MPhil candidates qualified for accelerated Ph.D studies; M.Phil in cognate disciplines. 

How many years is a Ph.D. in sociology?

4-8 yearsIn total, expect to take 4-8 years to earn a Ph. D. in Sociology.

After 2-3 years of classroom study, you spend about a year preparing a qualifying paper and taking exams to advance to doctoral candidacy.

Do you need a Ph.D. to be a sociologist?

Sociologists typically need a master’s degree or Ph. D.

There are two types of sociology master’s degree programs: traditional programs and applied/clinical/professional programs.

What jobs can a sociologist do?

Banker.

Business analyst.

Consumer relations specialist.

Human resources manager.

Market analyst.

Merchandiser/purchaser.

Project manager.

Quality control manager.

What is a sociologist’s job?

Sociologists study human behavior, interaction, and organization.

They observe the activity of social, religious, political, and economic groups, organizations, and institutions.

They examine the effect of social influences, including organizations and institutions, on different individuals and groups.