Applied sociology is the translation of sociological theory into practice for specific clients.
Category Archives: Students
Sociology for Social Activism
Dr Dan Brook is a lecturer in sociology and politics. We speak with Dan about how he uses sociology in his social activism.
Retaining Sociology Students
Sociology has a problem recruiting and retaining students. The way forward is for sociological degrees to demonstrate how their training prepares them for the workplace. The latest American Sociological Association (ASA) survey of almost 2,700 sociology students in the USA finds that retention is not purely about loving the subject matter. Students are most satisfiedContinueContinue reading “Retaining Sociology Students”
I Can Feel Like a Ship Without a Rudder
Susan Pitt offers an introspection on the importance of peer support and networks for non-academics, and how this shapes her identity as a sociologist. Her paper also provides an example of one career path available to sociology students, within one of the various public service graduate programs. By Susan Pitt I have finally come to theContinueContinue reading “I Can Feel Like a Ship Without a Rudder”
Exploring the Entrepreneurial Option for Sociologists
Karina Butera covers her PhD journey and how she built a business. She provides advice for other postgraduate students considering entrepreneurship. By Karina Butera Throughout my postgraduate experience I have operated within both the worlds of academia and commercial enterprise. I am perhaps a strange hybrid because I have entwined my ‘sociological imagination’ with my interest ContinueContinue reading “Exploring the Entrepreneurial Option for Sociologists”
Roots of Sociological Theory and Methods
Two new infographics from Norton Sociology depict sociology’s seminal works, as well as its early founders.
Famous Applied Sociologists
Here is a an abridged list of public figures who have degrees in sociology.
Sociology Resources
A list of resources on applied sociology. Includes careers, students, job hunting, and videos.
Eastern Europe and Central Asia: the Need for Practical Skills-Based Learning
The World Bank has released a new report – Skills Not Just Diplomas, which presents a critical evaluation on the state of education in Eastern Europe, Central Asia and the former Soviet Union. The report lends support for some of the goals of our applied social research network here at Sociology at Work – specificallyContinueContinue reading “Eastern Europe and Central Asia: the Need for Practical Skills-Based Learning”
Influencing Social Change: Advice for Students Who Want to Work with NGOs. Melbourne, Australia
Sharon Bond works as a Senior Research Officer with a not-for-profit organisation in Melbourne, Australia. Sharon conducts research and analysis to inform the planning and development of the organisation’s community services. One of Sharon’s primary research areas is on the ‘through school to work transition’ project. Sharon discusses her career path into her current roleContinueContinue reading “Influencing Social Change: Advice for Students Who Want to Work with NGOs. Melbourne, Australia”