Applied Social Research Graduate Certificate
Build your research skills.UIndy’s Applied Social Research Graduate Certificate offered through the Department of Sociology is designed for individuals who seek to improve and expand their data collection, data analysis, and general social research skills, particularly for professional development and career advancement.
Many organizations gather data, but they do not always know how to maximize the potential of these opportunities and this information. Being able to collect, analyze, and put high-quality research into action allows organizations to best serve the community. This certificate paves the way for this level of expertise. Additionally, students who want to continue to build their credentials can apply all courses which have been successfully completed for this certificate to an MA in Applied Sociology.
About the Applied Social Research Graduate Certificate
Program Format
The Applied Social Research Graduate Certificate consists of twelve (12) credit hours of required and elective courses in a face-to-face format. All classes are held in the evening, making this perfect for working professionals.
Course Overview
The certificate is made up of three core courses and one elective. A grade of B- or higher is required in all courses applying toward the Applied Social Research Graduate Certificate, and an overall minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for successful program completion.
- SOC 530 Introduction to Social Research (3) (fall)
- SOC 531 Quantitative Data Analysis (3) (e/o winter)
- SOC 532 Qualitative Methods of Research & Evaluation (3) (e/o winter)
- SOC 513 Grant Writing (3) (e/o winter)
- SOC 533 Classical Sociological Theory (3) (e/o fall)
- SOC 536 Contemporary Sociological Theory (3) (e/o fall)
- SOC 550 Practicum in Sociology** (note: must be a research-focused practicum) (3)
- SOC 575 Applying Sociology (3) (winter)
- Other electives approved by the Applied Sociology graduate program director
**individually arranged
Admission Requirements for the Applied Social Research Graduate Certificate
To apply to the Applied Social Research Graduate Certificate program, students must submit:
- A UIndy graduate application
- $30 application fee
- Official transcripts from each university or college attended
- Three reference letters, at least of which two must be from someone familiar with your work or with you as a student
- A one to two page personal statement that outlines your reasons for applying to the program
Additional Requirements for International Applicants
- A minimum TOEFL score of 79, IELTS score of 6.5, Duolingo English exam score of 110, or PTE Academic score of 53 for international students for whom English is not their first language, or who did not attend an English-speaking university
- Provide certification of finances (for students who are applying for a visa), showing that you have adequate funds to support yourself during your time of study
- A photocopy of your passport to ensure I-20 information is accurate
- A full list of requirements for international graduate students can be found on the UIndy website
- Please note that international applicants must be part of a degree-granting program in order to be eligible to obtain an I-20 and F-1 visa. This program is not degree-granting, but may be combined with enrollment in a degree-granting program.
For More Information, Contact:
