Applied Sociology – Sociology at Work

Job and Pay Conditions for Sociology Graduates

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Let’s discuss how sociology graduates can negotiate their pay and contract. We begin with some reflections on negotiating in the current labour market. We then explore some tips on how to negotiate applied sociology job offers.

How to Find Work in Applied Sociology Research

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We look at real-world examples of advertised applied research roles, how to search for such jobs, and how students and graduates might demonstrate experience to potential employers.

Sociology for Peace

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As we near the anniversary of his death, we look at the achievements of Norwegian sociologist, Professor Johan Galtung. He was awarded the Right Livelihood Award (known as the Alternative Nobel Prize), for his work in peace and conflict.

Sociology in Action

We showcase the achievements of sociology students, the careers of applied sociologists, and examples of sociology in the workplace.

Sociology in the News

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We look back at some examples of public sociology from the past year, and news of sociologists forging social change around the world.

The Sociological Imagination

“Neither the life of an individual nor the history of a society can be understood without understanding both.” – C. Wright Mills

Sociology of Economics

Professors Herbert Gans and Michèle Lamont have been interviewed by The New York Times, about what social policy might look like if sociologists had as much influence as economists.

Sociology More Nimble on its Feet

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“When research is conducted in partnership with community, sociology becomes more ‘nimble on its feet.'” – Philip Nyden, Leslie Hossfeld and Gwendolyn Nyden

Applied Sociology: Understanding, Intervention, and Enhancement of Human Social Life

“Applied sociology is ‘any use (often client-centred) of the sociological perspective and / or its tools in the understanding of, intervention in, and/ or enhancement of human social life.” – Stephen Steele and Jamie Price

Applied Sociology and Economic Consulting

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A new article argues economics is best position to influence social policy because they out-earn other disciplines.