Bachelor - Academic Offer

First Degree in Sociology

The degree in Sociology promotes a solid understanding of the principles and dynamics of how contemporary societies work. Supported by high-quality sociological research and a teaching staff of recognised merit, the degree in Sociology prepares the Student for an in-depth understanding and critical reflection of the world in which we live, through a perspective focused on intervention and social transformation.

Job Opportunities

Central public administration (universities, schools, hospitals, ...), local authorities and local/sectoral development associations - urban, environmental, and local intervention, requalification and management of cultural heritage, integration into marketing and publicity teams, development of socio-cultural mediation processes, promotion of inter-institutional work networks, cultural entertainment, development of social policies and strategies for the inclusion of disadvantaged social groups and social reintegration and teaching at various levels of education/training; Companies and organizations (NGOs, IPSS and associations, museums, ...) - human resources, vocational training, market and marketing surveys and studies, quality management and mediation of organizational social conflicts; R&D units.

Type of Course

First Degree

Duration

6 Semesters / 180.0 ECTS

Vacancies*

Mark of the last classified*

1ª Phase 158.6

2ª Phase 159.6

3ª Phase 152

Language

Portuguese

Tuition Fee (Full Tuition Fee)

Nacional/EU: 697.00€

International: 3500.00€

CPLP International: 1925.00€

* Information only related to the National Call for Applications

All the information presented relates to 2024/2025

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Curriculum

The degree syllabus is characterised by a strong theoretical component, which allows students to adopt a sociological perspective in order to think about the world and learn, and by methodological and technical mastery to investigate and intervene in social reality. The set of curricular units taught also encourages a comprehensive approach to various specialised sociologies, combining academic knowledge with different various of society.

Additional information

For other curiosities and information about Sociology in Portugal, you can visit the following links - the Portuguese Sociology Association (APS) and the Associação Portuguesa de Profissionais em Sociologia Industrial, das Organizações e do Trabalho (APSIOT).

For scientific and academic inquiries- [email protected]
For administrative inquiries - [email protected]
International Students - [email protected]

Registration and Accreditation

DGES

Registration n.ºR/A-Ef 2746/2011/AL02 in Oct. 14, 2020

A3ES

Date of publication of the accreditation decision: April 28, 2020

Validity of accreditation: 6 years

Information from A3ES