OxfMSc in SociologyUniversity of Oxford · Oxford, United Kingdom

Program Overview

2027/28 dates and tuition are not yet published. Showing 2026/27 cycle data as an estimate.

Multiple application rounds (other deadlines: Mar 3, 2026).

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Personal statement

Maximum 750 words; focus on academic interests rather than personal achievements.

CV or resume

Written work

Two writing samples, maximum 2,000 words each; preferably sociological content.

Recommendation letters x 3

Register three referees; assessment may start once two are submitted. Academic preferred; professional acceptable with significant work experience.

Optional doctoral research proposal

Optional

Maximum 1,250 words; only if intending future DPhil study. Combined with personal statement as one document (max 2,000 words total).

Academic: First or upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree; Strong upper second-class or first-class honours in a social science subject, or international equivalent. Arts, humanities, or science degrees considered only with demonstrated strong interest in sociology as taught at Oxford. Most successful applicants hold a first-class degree or equivalent. For USA degrees, minimum GPA sought is 3.5/4.0 (most successful applicants 3.7+).
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Social science undergraduate degree preferred. Non-social-science backgrounds must demonstrate strong interest in sociology as taught at Oxford.
IELTS: 7.5 overall (7.0 each component); Oxford higher level.
TOEFL: 110 overall (L22, R24, S25, W24); Oxford higher level. TOEFL tests taken from 21 Jan 2026 are not accepted until Oxford completes its review of the revised test.

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