Sociologists study and research human society and social behaviour, and write reports on research findings.
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Entry Requirements
To become a sociologist you need to have a Master of Arts or a Master of Social Sciences majoring in sociology.
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"One of the highlights of being a sociology lecturer is seeing the faces of a class full of students light up when you explain an idea that they may have had stereotypical ideas about."
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Pay
Salaries vary, but sociologists usually earn between $50,000 and $75,000 depending on experience.
Job Outlook
Competition for university jobs is high, because there is only a limited number of sociologist positions available.
