Advanced Studies in Global and Transnational Sociology, At least 90 cr

Advanced studies will build a broad appreciation of current literature in a range of social and policy settings, as well as in-depth knowledge of a chosen area of research. Students will gain particular competency in using and developing sociological neo-institutionalism and world society theory. In addition, they will receive world-class and broad-based training on qualitative research methods. Advanced studies will be research-intensive, and in addition to lectures by core and visiting faculty, students will participate actively in research seminars in programme-specific courses. These courses will involve real-world, cutting-edge research examples, drawn from on-going research by active scholars in the Faculty and international partners. Students will engage with the latest research in a number of important social arenas. Emphasis will be placed on the Master's thesis, developing a student's exceptional competence and contribution in a relevant area of choice. Throughout the studies, students will be closely involved with Tampere Research Group for Cultural and Political Sociology, while also engaging with scholars across the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Upon completing advanced studies in Global and Transnational Sociology, students will be able to confidently analyse global social change as well as to investigate transnational elements of local social processes, policies and cultural trends. They will be able to comprehend a range of theoretical approaches to global and transnational processes and will understand globalisation from multiple perspectives. They will be able to produce new knowledge and understanding about global social change both independently and in teams. They will be able to design, conduct and report, both orally and literally, sociological research of the highest quality. They will recognise, value and work with cultural diversity and be able to work in multicultural environments. Throughout their studies, they have developed competencies which enable them to work in leadership and expert roles, especially in the areas of social research, administration, communication, policy consultation, international organisations, and international development.